U.S. Supreme Court overturns death penalty for Richard Glossip

SOURCE www.npr.org
The U.S. Supreme Court threw out the murder conviction and death penalty for Oklahoma inmate Richard Glossip after finding that his trial violated his constitutional rights. The case has been sent back for a new trial.

Key Points

  • U.S. Supreme Court reverses murder conviction and death penalty for Richard Glossip
  • Majority opinion written by Justice Sonia Sotomayor
  • Case sent back for a new trial

Pros

  • Justice served in correcting a violation of constitutional rights
  • Glossip gets a chance for a new trial after being on death row for over 25 years

Cons

  • Delay in justice for the victim's family
  • Legal process may be prolonged with a new trial