death sentence

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Kavanaugh’s opinion is quite narrow; it merely identifies a procedural Batson violation and does not by itself invalidate Terry Pitchford’s death sentence.

From Slate • May 28, 2026

"To put it plainly -- it is a death sentence for us if larger nations continue to open new fossil fuel projects," he said in 2024.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

In 2024, the judiciary commuted Zanjani’s death sentence to 20 years in prison, saying he had cooperated in returning the assets he owed.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

"I had no understanding of what that meant, I thought it was potentially a death sentence."

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

That night, after a discussion among ourselves, Walter, Govan, and I informed counsel that whatever sentences we received, even the death sentence, we would not appeal.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela