Back to News & Commentary

Troy Davis Execution Stayed!

Suzanne Ito,
ACLU
Share This Page
October 24, 2008

The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals has agreed to give Troy Davis time to show why he is entitled to a new appeal to pursue his innocence claims. The AJC has more.

More in Smart Justice

The exterior of the Supreme Court.
Celebrating 60 Years of Gideon v. Wainwright
Celebrating 60 Years of Gideon v. Wainwright
People hold up a banner saying "No Execution by Covid-19."
Three Years Later, COVID-19 is Still a Threat to People Who Are Incarcerated
Three Years Later, COVID-19 is Still a Threat to People Who Are Incarcerated
Demonstrators, holding a sign reading "STOP THE DEATH PENALTY", stand on the steps of the State Capitol in Atlanta.
From the Death Penalty to Marijuana, Clemency is a Tool For Justice
From the Death Penalty to Marijuana, Clemency is a Tool For Justice
A judges' gavel on a U.S. dollar cash background, top view, close-up.
Hidden Taxes Don't Belong Anywhere, Least of All in Our Justice System
Hidden Taxes Don't Belong Anywhere, Least of All in Our Justice System