Texas Supreme Court Grants Roberson Last-Minute Reprieve
Texas Supreme Court Grants Roberson Last-Minute Reprieve
Texas Supreme Court Grants Roberson Last-Minute Reprieve
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Robert Roberson, a Texas death row inmate, was granted a stay of execution by the Texas Supreme Court just hours before his scheduled execution, allowing him to testify before lawmakers regarding his conviction. His case, based on the now-questioned diagnosis of shaken baby syndrome, has sparked a debate on the use of 'junk science' in legal proceedings. Lawmakers issued a subpoena for Roberson to testify, aiming to explore whether the 2013 'junk science' law was applied correctly in his case. This unprecedented move highlights concerns about potential miscarriages of justice. Despite logistical challenges, the court's decision underscores the bipartisan effort to review and possibly amend the legal process in capital punishment cases. Roberson maintains his innocence, with advocates arguing that his daughter's death was due to natural causes, not abuse.

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