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Ten myths and facts about the death penalty

By Reprieve / Clive Stafford Smith , on 1 January 2011


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Every 3 hours someone is put to death by their government. Is this justice? Watch first-hand testimonies by Reprieve lawyers and clients. Read ten hard facts about the death penalty. Decide for yourself.

  • Document type Campaigning
  • Themes list Public debate, Death Penalty,



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