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Robert Roberson’s Death Penalty Case Shows How Justice System Fails People With Autism

He was convicted in his daughter’s death. Those who believe he’s innocent argue his diagnosis helps explain how he ended up facing execution.

Closing Argument • 09.18.2024

Could People Facing the Death Penalty Lose the Right to Tell Juries Their Life Stories?

Some defense lawyers fear that a conservative Supreme Court could overturn that precedent.

Feature • 09.17.2024

5 Things to Know About How the Parkland Shooter’s Life Was Spared

Key takeaways from our investigation into how Nikolas Cruz’s defense team convinced jurors not to impose the death penalty.

Feature • 09.17.2024

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