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Season 3 Episode 10

Future of the Death Penalty

What is the future of the death penalty in Utah? We discuss it with people on both sides.

While efforts to abolish the death penalty in Utah may have failed in the state legislature this year, political insiders don't believe the issue is settled. We talk with people on both sides including lawmakers, human rights activists, and families of victims to gauge public sentiment on the topic. Plus, what could changes to Utah law mean for those already on death row?

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Fighting for the Death Penalty

Why one Utah family says they will never stop fighting to keep the death penalty legal.

One Utah family says they will continue to fight to make sure the death penalty remains enforceable in Utah. The fight is a personal one, after the man convicted of killing their family members avoided capital punishment.