Commutations of Death Sentences

Governor Ryan announced that he had commuted the death sentence to life in prison for 167 inmates on death row. His decision was made after … read more

Governor Ryan announced that he had commuted the death sentence to life in prison for 167 inmates on death row. His decision was made after he had placed a moratorium on executions after several death row convicts were proved innocent. He said the decision was made only after the justice system in Illinois had failed. close

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Program ID:
174589-1
Category:
News Conference
Format:
News Conference
Location:
Springfield, Illinois, United States
First Aired:
Jan 11, 2003 | 5:38pm EST | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Jan 12, 2003 | 5:34am EST | C-SPAN 1

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  • Jan 11, 2003 | 5:38pm EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Jan 12, 2003 | 5:34am EST | C-SPAN 1
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