What Is One Required Finding in Order to Impose the Death

question 3

Multiple Choice

What is one required finding in order to impose the death penalty?

• A)When the defendant's life is considered in its totality,there are no circumstances that warrant mercy from the court.
• B)Execution will save the public money versus housing a convicted murderer for many years.
• C)A firearm was involved in the crime.
• D)When the defendant's history is considered,the court finds that the defendant did not encounter severe abuse as a child.

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