Death Penalty

Repeal of Virginia's Death Penalty Headed to Governor's Desk

By • Feb 22, 2021
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State lawmakers have given final approval to a bill ending capital punishment in Virginia.

Democratic Gov. Ralph Northam is expected to sign the legislation that lawmakers gave final approval Monday.

House of Delegates Votes to Abolish Death Penalty

By Jahd Khalil • Feb 5, 2021
Virginia Department of Corrections via AP

The House of Delegates voted to abolish the death penalty Friday morning, following the Senate’s vote to do the same Thursday. Governor Ralph Northam is expected to sign the legislation once it reaches his desk, making Virginia the first state in the south to abolish the death penalty.

Virginia Senate Passes Death Penalty Abolition Bill

By • Feb 3, 2021
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Virginia has executed more people for a longer period of time than any other state. But, that's about to change.

Ending the Death Penalty: What Financial Impacts Could Virginia See?

By • Jan 29, 2021
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Lawmakers are considering legislation to abolish the death penalty in Virginia.

Bill to Abolish Death Penalty Advances in Virginia Senate

By • Jan 18, 2021
Virginia Department of Corrections via AP

Lawmakers may be on the verge of eliminating the death penalty in Virginia.

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