Supreme Court overturns Richard Glossip's murder conviction and death sentence
The Supreme Court has tossed out the murder conviction and death sentence of Oklahoma's Richard Glossip, ordering a new trial. The case involved possible exculpatory evidence not being turned over to his lawyers and concerns of prosecutorial misconduct. Glossip has maintained his innocence throughout.
Key Points
- Supreme Court orders new trial for Richard Glossip
- Concerns raised over possible prosecutorial misconduct
- Exculpatory evidence not disclosed to Glossip's lawyers
- State acknowledges errors and misconduct in the case
- Glossip maintains his innocence
Pros
- New trial granted for Richard Glossip
- Possible prosecutorial misconduct addressed
- Concerns of withheld exculpatory evidence considered
Cons
- Victim's relatives still seek Glossip's execution
- Death penalty not an option in potential retrial