The Average Time It Takes to Carry Out an Execution

question 81

Multiple Choice

The average time it takes to carry out an execution is 12 years because of:

• A) numerous appeals.
• B) time between conviction and jury decision.
• C) sentencing by the judge.
• D) prison administration delays.

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