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NEW WARRANT: Edward Zakrzewski's execution scheduled July 31

Gov. DeSantis has signed a death warrant scheduling Edward Zakrzewski’s execution for July 31 at 6:00 p.m. It is the ninth warrant in the State this year and could set a new record for the State.
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Michael J. Jackson resentenced to death following jury's 8-4 recommendation
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Deceased: Margaret Allen
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Florida Supreme Court stays two Hurst resentencing proceedings in Wakulla County
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Nassau County: Patrick McDowell sentenced to death
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Volusia County: Jean Macean takes life plea
In May, Macean agreed to plead no contest in exchange for the State taking the death penalty off the able and took a life sentence.
BELL WARRANT: Bell files motion to stay and to relinquish jurisdiction
Bell's execution is scheduled July 15. On Thursday, Bell filed a Motion for Stay of Execution and to Relinquish Jurisdiction for Further Fact…
Florida Supreme Court affirms denial of Scottie Allen's postconviction claims
On Thursday, as part of its regular release of opinions, the Court issued a per curiam opinion affirming the circuit court’s order summarily denying…
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Putnam County: Prosecutors seek death against Dimeco Henderson for non-homicide sex crimes
Putnam County prosecutors officially announced their intent to seek the death penalty against Henderson under Florida’s 2023 legislation allowing the…
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Hillsborough County: Life verdict for Ronny Tremel Walker
After evidence in the penalty phase concluded Friday, the jury deliberated for under two hours before returning its verdict.
Eleventh Circuit affirms denial of Thomas Overton's Brady claim
On Thursday, the U.S.
BELL WARRANT: Appeal filed at Florida Supreme Court
Following the Circuit Court’s Order denying his claims, Bell filed an appeal at the Florida Supreme Court. He raises four issues on appeal.
Tracking Florida's Death Penalty
Tracking Florida's Death Penalty
Florida is a national leader in capital punishment and has been for decades. In an effort to provide education on the topic, this Substack tracks capital punishment in the state. This is not an advocacy page.
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