State GovernmentLethal Injection Rules Could Allow Executions To Resume In CANovember 6, 2015 | Ben BradfordThe state is now proposing the injection of a single, lethal dose of any one of four painkillers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentDeath Penalty Proposals Compete For 2016 BallotOctober 28, 2015 | Ben BradfordCalifornia voters could decide whether to abolish the death penalty or streamline the process next year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Court To Rule If California Death Penalty Is Cruel, UnusualAugust 31, 2015(AP) - A federal appeals court in California will consider Monday whether long and unpredictable delays in carrying out executions in the state amount to cruel and unusual punishment.
State GovernmentSupport For California Death Penalty DippingSeptember 12, 2014 | Katie OrrA newly released Field Poll shows support for the death penalty is dipping in California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Death Penalty Ruled UnconstitutionalJuly 16, 2014 | Katie OrrA federal judge has ruled California’s death penalty is unconstitutional. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.