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Did the ‘Psychopath Test’ Help Send an Innocent Man to His Execution?

The case against Robert Roberson, whose execution is scheduled for Oct. 16, is the latest to raise questions about a controversial diagnosis.

Death Sentences • 10.06.2025

Dozens of Teens Who Spent Time at Abusive Florida Reform School Ended Up on Death Row

At least 34 boys from the Dozier School were later sentenced to death. Did abuse make them more violent?

Feature • 07.14.2025

Judges in Missouri Can Levy Death if Juries Deadlock. Some Say the Law Is Unconstitutional.

Missouri is one of two states where a judge can hand down death when juries cannot agree unanimously on a sentence.

St. Louis • 06.26.2025

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