Chapter
The Nightmare of Death Row Appeals
11:02 - 16:07 (05:04)
This podcast episode discusses the lengthy and costly appeals process for those on death row, lasting on average from 18 to 25 years, and the toll it takes on the families of the convicted.
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Death row appeals can take 18 to 25 years, causing families to relive the trauma of the crime over and over again.
11:02 - 14:55 (03:52)
Death Penalty
Summary
Death row appeals can take 18 to 25 years, causing families to relive the trauma of the crime over and over again. If the person lives to an old age in prison, the family's ongoing pain can persist for decades.
ChapterThe Nightmare of Death Row Appeals
Episode12: "Monsters" Part 8
PodcastReal Life Real Crime
Defense attorneys in death penalty cases make little from the state and rely on high-paying clients or pro bono work.
14:55 - 16:07 (01:11)
Death Penalty
Summary
Defense attorneys in death penalty cases make little from the state and rely on high-paying clients or pro bono work. The appeals process and projects like the Innocence Project add to the hefty cost of defending these cases.