Chronological archive

January 2020

The 383 news items published by Hands Off Cain in January 2020, in chronological order.

383 news items

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DEATH PENALTYJANUARY 31, 2020 · Egypt

EGYPT: MAN SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR KILLING 7-MEMBER FAMILY

A defendant, who is charged with killing seven members of the same family and setting their house on fire in Kafr el-Dawar city in Beheira govenorate, was sentenced to death on 30 January 2020.

JANUARY 31, 2020Nigeria
DEATH PENALTY
NIGERIA: THREE SENTENCED TO DEATH BY HANGING IN OSUN
Three men, Nuhu Jimoh, Ndubisi David and Aderibigbe Oluwaseun, arrested for armed robbery, were sentenced to death by hanging on 30 January 2020 by an Osun State High Court.
JANUARY 31, 2020Washington
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Washington. Senate Passes Bill to Formalize Repeal of Capital Punishment.
USA - Washington. Senate Passes Bill to Formalize Repeal of Capital Punishment.
JANUARY 31, 2020
DEATH PENALTY
GEORGIA (USA): HOURS BEFORE HE WAS TO BE EXECUTED, JIMMY FLETCHER MEDERS WAS GRANTED CLEMENCY
Hours before he was to be executed, Jimmy Fletcher Meders was granted clemency — largely because of what the jurors said when they were contacted 30 years after the trial.
JANUARY 30, 2020United Arab Emirates
DEATH PENALTY
UAE: DEATH PENALTY FOR WHITE WEAPON KILLER IN AJMAN
A criminal court in the United Arab Emirates ordered on 26 January 2020 the execution of a convict in the 2018 death of 2 Emirati youths who died a sword fight.
JANUARY 30, 2020Indonesia
DEATH PENALTY
INDONESIA HANDS DRUG-DEALING CONVICT DEATH SENTENCE
An Indonesian court has sentenced to death an inmate for running a drug-trafficking operation from behind bars.
JANUARY 30, 2020Colorado
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Virginia. Senate passed SB 116 to bar the death penalty for severe mental illness
USA - Virginia. Senate passed SB 116 to bar the death penalty for severe mental illness
JANUARY 30, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Mohsen Khojasteh was hanged at Lakan prison, in Rasht, on January 30, 2020.
IRAN - Mohsen Khojasteh was hanged at Lakan prison, in Rasht, on January 30, 2020.
JANUARY 30, 2020Belarus
DEATH PENALTY
BELARUS: PARLIAMENT TO LOOK INTO DEATH PENALTY ABOLITION
The Council of the House of Representatives of the National Assembly of Belarus has decided to establish a working group on studying abolition of death penalty at the National Assembly.
JANUARY 29, 2020Sudan
DEATH PENALTY
SUDAN: SEVEN PEOPLE SENTENCED TO DEATH IN SOUTH DARFUR
Seven people were sentenced to death on 27 January 2020 by a court in Nyala, South Darfur, after being found guilty of killing nine people in September 2017, in the area of Tobasi, 43km south of Nyala.
JANUARY 29, 2020Egypt
DEATH PENALTY
EGYPT: 3 SENTENCED TO DEATH OVER FAILED ASSASSINATION
An Egyption court handed preliminary death sentences on 27 January 2020 to three defendants over a failed assassination of Alexandria’s security director in March 2018.
JANUARY 29, 2020Bahrain
DEATH PENALTY
BAHRAIN: THREE BANGLADESHIS SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR KILLING COMPATRIOT
Three people who bludgeoned another to death with a hammer and a brick on 28 January 2020 were condemned to death in Bahrain.
JANUARY 29, 2020California
DEATH PENALTY
USA - California. Jury recommends death sentence for Hernan Rodriguez
USA - California. Jury recommends death sentence for Hernan Rodriguez
JANUARY 28, 2020United States
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Death Row USA Fall 2019: Death row prisoners continue to decline
USA - Death Row USA Fall 2019: Death row prisoners continue to decline
JANUARY 28, 2020Laos
DEATH PENALTY
LAOS: EIGHT MEMBERS OF MR. X DRUG RING SENTENCED TO DEATH
Authorities in Laos last week sentenced eight people to death for their roles in connection with the major Southeast Asian drug ring run by drug kingpin Xaysana Keopimpha, better known as Mr. X., Radio Free Asia reported on 27 January 2020.
JANUARY 28, 2020India
DEATH PENALTY
INDIA: CHILD RAPIST SENTENCED TO DEATH
A 23-year-old man in Haryana was on 27 January 2020 sentenced to death for the rape and murder of a five-year-old girl.
JANUARY 28, 2020Nigeria
DEATH PENALTY
NIGERIA: MARYAM SANDA SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR KILLING HUSBAND
A Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court on 27 January 2020 sentenced to death Maryam Sanda for the killing of her husband, Bilyaminu Bello.
JANUARY 27, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Peyman Sheikhi hanged in the prison of Raja’i Shahr on January 27.
IRAN - Peyman Sheikhi hanged in the prison of Raja’i Shahr on January 27.
JANUARY 27, 2020Somalia
DEATH PENALTY
SOMALIA: AL-SHABAB ANNOUNCES IT PUBBLICLY EXECUTED THREE SOLDIERS
Somalia’s Al-Shabab Islamic extremist group says it has publicly executed three men accused of working with Somali troops and Kenyan Defence Forces (KDF), Garowe Online reports.
JANUARY 27, 2020Japan
DEATH PENALTY
JAPAN: HIGH COURT SCRAPS MAN'S DEATH SENTENCE OVER 2015 MURDERS OF FIVE
A high court scrapped on 27 January 2020 a lower court ruling that sentenced a man to death for killing five people on Awaji Island in 2015 and gave him life in prison instead after reviewing his mental state at the time.
JANUARY 27, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - 2 men, Kh. Gh. and A. Gh., hanged in Chaharmahal Bakhtiari Province on January 27
IRAN - 2 men, Kh. Gh. and A. Gh., hanged in Chaharmahal Bakhtiari Province on January 27
JANUARY 26, 2020Sudan
DEATH PENALTY
SUDAN: 15-YEAR-OLD SENTENCED TO DEATH
The Sudanese cabinet expressed it unease following a court decision to execute a 15-year-old boy, local media reported.
JANUARY 26, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - 5 prisoners were executed at Rajai-Shahr prison on January 26
IRAN - 5 prisoners were executed at Rajai-Shahr prison on January 26
JANUARY 26, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Sobhan Karimi was hanged at the prison of Zanjan on January 26
IRAN - Sobhan Karimi was hanged at the prison of Zanjan on January 26
JANUARY 25, 2020Bangladesh
DEATH PENALTY
BANGLADESH: 3 SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR KILLING YOUTH
A court in Gaibandha on 16 January 2020 sentenced three people to death for their roles in killing a young man in 2015.
JANUARY 24, 2020Nigeria
DEATH PENALTY
NIGERIA: TWO ROBBERS SENTENCED TO DEATH BY HANGING IN ADO-EKITI
Two middle-aged men, Ganiu Issah and Jamiu Idris, were sentenced to death by hanging for armed robbery in a court sitting in Ado-Ekiti, Lawyard.ng reported on 23 January 2020.
JANUARY 24, 2020India
DEATH PENALTY
INDIA: CONDEMNED PRISONERS CANNOT FIGHT DEATH PENALTY ENDLESSLY (SUPREME COURT)
While hearing a plea to commute the death sentence of two convicts for killing a family of seven, the Supreme Court on 23 January 2020 underlined that the “finality” of death sentence is extremely important and said that condemned prisoners should not be
JANUARY 24, 2020Pennsylvania
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Pennsylvania. Prosecutors will not seek the death penalty for a fourth time against Robert Fisher.
USA - Pennsylvania. Prosecutors will not seek the death penalty for a fourth time against Robert Fisher.
JANUARY 24, 2020United States
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Nevada. Paul Browning becomes the 168th person exonerated from death row.
USA - Nevada. Paul Browning becomes the 168th person exonerated from death row.
JANUARY 24, 2020California
DEATH PENALTY
USA - California. Israel Ramirez Guardado sentenced to death
USA - California. Israel Ramirez Guardado sentenced to death
JANUARY 24, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN: 106 WOMEN EXECUTED UNDER ROUHANI
According to the data the Women’s Committee of the National Council of Resistance of Iran collected from material published by the Iranian state-run press, human rights activists and their websites, or from private sources in touch with the Iranian Resist

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JANUARY 23, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Isa Zamin Gerefteh, known as “the Crocodile of the Persian Gulf”, hanged in an unknown prison on January 23.
IRAN - Isa Zamin Gerefteh, known as “the Crocodile of the Persian Gulf”, hanged in an unknown prison on January 23.
JANUARY 23, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Isa Bashgardi was hanged in the prison of Minab on January 23
IRAN - Isa Bashgardi was hanged in the prison of Minab on January 23
JANUARY 23, 2020Saudi Arabia
DEATH PENALTY
SAUDI ARABIA: EXECUTION OF DRUG SMUGGLER OF AMPHETAMINE PILL IN TABUK
The Ministry of Interior on 14 January 2020 issued a statement regarding the execution of Muammar Al-Qadhafi Muhammad Omar Al-Qenawy, an Egyptian, in the Tabuk region for smuggling banned amphetamine pills.
JANUARY 23, 2020India
DEATH PENALTY
INDIA: MAN AWARDED DEATH PENALTY FOR RAPING, KILLING OWN MENTALLY UNSOUND DAUGHTER
A special court in Kota (Rajasthan) awarded death penalty to a 45-year-old man for repeatedly raping and impregnating his 17-year-old mentally unsound daughter before killing her, PTI reported on 21 January 2020.
JANUARY 23, 2020Nigeria
DEATH PENALTY
NIGERIA: COURT SENTENCES 22-YEAR-OLD MAN TO DEATH BY HANGING IN KANO
A Kano State High Court sitting on 20 January 2020 sentenced 22-year-old Ibrahim Suleiman to death by hanging for killing a 5-year-old girl.
JANUARY 23, 2020Bangladesh
DEATH PENALTY
BANGLADESH: FOUR SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR KILLING OF BUSINESSMAN IN BRAHMANBARIA
A Brahmanbaria court on 6 January 2020 sentenced four people to death for killing a businessman from Old Dhaka in 2014.
JANUARY 23, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Urmia: Three Death Row Prisoners Taken Back to Ward.
IRAN - Urmia: Three Death Row Prisoners Taken Back to Ward.
JANUARY 23, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Massih Hatami hanged on January 23, at the prison of Bandar Abbas.
IRAN - Massih Hatami hanged on January 23, at the prison of Bandar Abbas.
JANUARY 23, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Javad Alilou was hanged on January 23, at the prison of Bandar Abbas.
IRAN - Javad Alilou was hanged on January 23, at the prison of Bandar Abbas.
JANUARY 23, 2020Florida
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Florida. Supreme Court Reinstates Non-Unanimous Death Sentence.
USA - Florida. Supreme Court Reinstates Non-Unanimous Death Sentence.
JANUARY 22, 2020Saudi Arabia
DEATH PENALTY
SAUDI ARABIA: EXECUTION OF A DRUG TRAFFICKER IN AL-JOUF
The Ministry of Interior on 14 January 2020 issued a statement regarding the execution of Abdul-Razzaq Hammoud Mahmoud, a Syrian national, in the Al-Jawf region, for smuggling a quantity of banned amphetamine pills.
JANUARY 22, 2020Bangladesh
DEATH PENALTY
BANGLADESH: 5 EX-COPS SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR KILLING
A Bangladesh court sentenced five former police officials to death on 20 January 2020 for opening fire on a motorcade of then opposition leader Sheikh Hasina 31 years ago, killing 24 of her supporters during an anti-government rally.
JANUARY 22, 2020Kuwait
DEATH PENALTY
KUWAIT: DEATH PENALTY UPHELD FOR KUWAITI ACCUSED OF BEATING CHILD TO DEATH
The Court of Cassation chaired by Judge Ahmad Al-Ajeel ruled in favor of the Court of Appeals to execute a Kuwaiti man accused of beating and torturing a child to death in a vehicle, and to imprison the mother of the child for 10 years with hard labor, th
JANUARY 21, 2020Egypt
DEATH PENALTY
EGYPT: FIVE PRISONERS EXECUTED FOR MURDER
On January 21, 2020 five prisoners were executed at Zagazig Prison.
JANUARY 21, 2020Saudi Arabia
DEATH PENALTY
SAUDI ARABIA: EXECUTION OF A SAUDI FOR MURDER IN THE JAZAN REGION
The Ministry of Interior on 14 January 2020 issued a statement regarding the execution of Suwaid bin Ali bin Ali Bakir Aati - a Saudi national – who killed his wife / Zahraa bint Hamad bin Ali Aati.
JANUARY 21, 2020Bangladesh
DEATH PENALTY
BANGLADESH: 10 ISLAMISTS SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR 2001 BOMBING
A Bangladeshi court sentenced 10 Islamic militants to death on 20 January 2020 for the bombing at communist party rally two decades ago that killed five people.
JANUARY 21, 2020Japan
DEATH PENALTY
JAPAN: GOVERNMENT POLL SHOWS 81% APPROVE DEATH PENALTY
A Japanese government survey shows about 80 percent of respondents support maintaining the death penalty.
JANUARY 21, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Bayram Gholikhani was hanged at Tabriz Prison on January 21
IRAN - Bayram Gholikhani was hanged at Tabriz Prison on January 21
JANUARY 21, 2020California
DEATH PENALTY
USA - California. Judge Michael A. Smith sentenced Charles Merritt to death.
USA - California. Judge Michael A. Smith sentenced Charles Merritt to death.
JANUARY 21, 2020California
DEATH PENALTY
USA - California. Judge Michael A. Smith sentenced Charles Merritt, 62, White, to death.
USA - California. Judge Michael A. Smith sentenced Charles Merritt, 62, White, to death.
JANUARY 21, 2020Pennsylvania
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Pennsylvania. Christopher Williams Exonerated.
USA - Pennsylvania. Christopher Williams Exonerated.
JANUARY 20, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Raman Mohammad Amini was hanged in Tohid Prison (Bandar Abbas) on January 20.
IRAN - Raman Mohammad Amini was hanged in Tohid Prison (Bandar Abbas) on January 20.
JANUARY 20, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Sarollah Mirshekari hanged in Shiraz on January 20
IRAN - Sarollah Mirshekari hanged in Shiraz on January 20
JANUARY 20, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - List of 106 women executed under Rouhani
IRAN - List of 106 women executed under Rouhani
JANUARY 20, 2020Afghanistan
DEATH PENALTY
AFGHANISTAN: OFFICIALS SAY TALIBAN KILL 6 MEMBERS OF SAME FAMILY
Afghan officials said on 19 January 2020 that the Taliban executed six members of the same family, including an infant girl, in a remote village in the country's north.
JANUARY 19, 2020Saudi Arabia
DEATH PENALTY
SAUDI ARABIA: EXECUTION FOR MURDER IN RIYADH
The Ministry of Interior on 9 January 2020 issued a statement regarding the execution of Fahd bin Faleh bin Khalaf Al-Dossari - a Saudi national - in the city of Riyadh for murder.
JANUARY 19, 2020Tunisia
DEATH PENALTY
TUNISIA: EIGHT SENTENCED TO DEATH OVER BOMBING THAT KILLED 12 PRESIDENTIAL GUARDS
A Tunisian court on 17 January 2020 sentenced eight people to death over a suicide bombing that targeted a presidential security bus in the capital Tunis in November 2015.
JANUARY 19, 2020
DEATH PENALTY
TEXAS (USA): JOHN GARDNER EXECUTED
John Gardner, 64, White, was executed in Texas on 15 January 2020.
JANUARY 18, 2020Egypt
DEATH PENALTY
EGYPT: FIVE PRISONERS, INCLUDING A WOMAN, WERE EXECUTED FOR PREMEDITATED MURDER
On January 18, 2020 it took place the execution by hanging of five defendants at Tanta General Prison.
JANUARY 17, 2020Saudi Arabia
DEATH PENALTY
SAUDI ARABIA: SUPREME COURT ORDERS RETRIAL OF EGYPTIAN ENGINEER SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR DRUG TRAFFICKING
Saudi Arabia's Supreme Court has ordered the retrial of Egyptian engineer Ali Abul-Qasim, who has been sentenced to death for smuggling and trafficking drugs in the kingdom, Ahram Online reported on 15 January 2020.

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JANUARY 17, 2020Saudi Arabia
DEATH PENALTY
SAUDI ARABIA: EXECUTION FOR MURDER IN AL-MAKHWAH GOVERNORATE, AL-BAHA
The Ministry of Interior on 8 January 2020 issued a statement regarding the execution of Ali bin Attia bin Hazia Al-Ataf Al-Ghamdi - a Saudi national
JANUARY 17, 2020Nigeria
DEATH PENALTY
NIGERIA: APPEAL COURT SENTENCES THREE TO DEATH BY HANGING FOR ARMED ROBBERY AND CULPABLE HOMICIDE
The Yola Division of the Court of Appeal has sentenced three men to death by hanging for armed robbery and culpable homicide, reported The Nation on 16 January 2020.
JANUARY 17, 2020Tennessee
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Tennessee. Correction Officials Ask for Clemency for Nick Sutton.
USA - Tennessee. Correction Officials Ask for Clemency for Nick Sutton.
JANUARY 17, 2020Florida
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Florida. Barry Davis resentenced to life without parole
USA - Florida. Barry Davis resentenced to life without parole
JANUARY 16, 2020Egypt
DEATH PENALTY
EGYPT: AHMED SALIM SHAKER OMAR EXECUTED FOR A TRIPLE MURDER
January 16, 2020: Ahmed Salim Shaker Omar was executed in Damietta prison.
JANUARY 16, 2020Saudi Arabia
DEATH PENALTY
SAUDI ARABIA: EXECUTION OF TWO SMUGGLERS OF AMPHETAMINE PILLS IN TABUK
The Ministry of Interior on 2nd January 2020 issued a statement regarding the execution of two prisoners for smuggling a quantity of banned amphetamine pills.
JANUARY 16, 2020Myanmar (Burma)
DEATH PENALTY
MYANMAR: MAN SENTENCED TO DEATH BY HANGING FOR LOVE TRIANGLE MURDER
A local court in Ayeyarwady Region sentenced a former healthcare assistant to death by hanging on 13 January 2020 for murdering a schoolteacher and hiding the corpse after a love triangle turned violent in 2016.
JANUARY 16, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Two men (Heshmat Sheikhani + unk) were hanged on January 16 at the prison of Borujerd
IRAN - Two men (Heshmat Sheikhani + unk) were hanged on January 16 at the prison of Borujerd
JANUARY 16, 2020Georgia
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Georgia. Hours before he was to be executed, Jimmy Fletcher Meders was granted clemency
USA - Georgia. Hours before he was to be executed, Jimmy Fletcher Meders was granted clemency
JANUARY 16, 2020Egypt
DEATH PENALTY
EGYPT ORDERS RETRIAL OF MONKS SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR BISHOP'S MURDER
Egypt's highest civilian court on 15 January 2020 ordered a retrial of two monks sentenced to death for murdering a bishop at a Coptic Christian monastery.
JANUARY 16, 2020Somalia
DEATH PENALTY
THE EU STRONGLY OPPOSES EXECUTION OF INMATES IN SOMALILAND PRISONS
The European Union Ambassador of Somalia Nicolas Berlanga firmly expressed opposition over death penalty after police carried out the execution of six inmates in Mandera Prison near Berbera on 15 January 2020 morning.
JANUARY 15, 2020Texas
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Texas. John Gardner, 64, White, was executed.
USA - Texas. John Gardner, 64, White, was executed.
JANUARY 15, 2020Malaysia
DEATH PENALTY
MALAYSIA: DEATH PENALTY WON’T BE TOTALLY ABOLISHED, COMMITTEE TELLS VICTIMS’ FAMILIES
The special committee looking into the abolishment of the mandatory death penalty on 15 January 2020 assured the families of murder victims that the court will still have the discretionary powers to decide on whether to impose the sentence.
JANUARY 15, 2020Saudi Arabia
DEATH PENALTY
SAUDI ARABIA: EXECUTION OF A SAUDI FOR MURDER IN THE JAZAN REGION
The Ministry of Interior on 14 January 2020 issued a statement regarding the execution of Suwaid bin Ali bin Ali Bakir Aati - a Saudi national –
JANUARY 15, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Two brothers, Darioush and Danesh Darvishpour, executed on January 15, at Urmia.
IRAN - Two brothers, Darioush and Danesh Darvishpour, executed on January 15, at Urmia.
JANUARY 15, 2020Somalia
DEATH PENALTY
SOMALILAND (SOMALIA): SIX CONVICTS EXECUTED FOR MURDER AND TERRORISM
Six men who had been convicted for murder and terrorism in Somaliland were executed in Hargeisa on 15 January 2020.
JANUARY 14, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - A man (not identified) was hanged at Vakilabad prison on January 14, 2020
IRAN - A man (not identified) was hanged at Vakilabad prison on January 14, 2020
JANUARY 14, 2020Pakistan
DEATH PENALTY
PAKISTAN: COURT OVERTURNS DEATH PENALTY FOR EX-PRESIDENT
A Pakistani court on 13 January 2020 overturned the death sentence given to the country's ex-military ruler, Pervez Musharraf.
JANUARY 14, 2020Bangladesh
DEATH PENALTY
BANGLADESH: SC UPHOLDS QAISAR’S DEATH PENALTY
The Supreme Court on 14 January 2020 upheld the death sentence of Jatiya Party leader Syed Mohammad Qaisar for his crimes against humanity and war crimes during the Liberation War of the country in 1971.
JANUARY 14, 2020Saudi Arabia
DEATH PENALTY
SAUDI ARABIA: 184 PEOPLE EXECUTED IN 2019
Saudi Arabia executed 184 people in 2019, the most in a calendar year in six years, human rights organisation Reprieve has said, calling it a "grim milestone" for the kingdom.
JANUARY 14, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - A woman, Sara M., executed in in Vakilabad Prison, maybe on Jan. 14
IRAN - A woman, Sara M., executed in in Vakilabad Prison, maybe on Jan. 14
JANUARY 14, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - A woman, Maliheh Haji Hassani, was executed on January 14 in Adelabad Prison
IRAN - A woman, Maliheh Haji Hassani, was executed on January 14 in Adelabad Prison
JANUARY 14, 2020Florida
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Florida. David Snelgrove resentenced to life without parole
USA - Florida. David Snelgrove resentenced to life without parole
JANUARY 13, 2020India
DEATH PENALTY
INDIA: TWO SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR RAPE, MURDER OF MINOR IN UP
A special POCSO court in Bareilly, in the indian State of Uttar Pradesh, on 9 January 2020 sentenced to death the two accused of rape and murder of a minor in January 2016.
JANUARY 12, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - A prisoner, identified only as M. P., was hanged in the prison of the city of Amol on January 12
IRAN - A prisoner, identified only as M. P., was hanged in the prison of the city of Amol on January 12
JANUARY 12, 2020China
DEATH PENALTY
CHINA: COURT UPHOLDS DEATH SENTENCE FOR GANG LEADER IN HOMICIDE, BURIAL
The death penalty for Du Shaoping, who was convicted of killing a man and then burying him under a school sports ground, was upheld by the Hunan High People’s Court on 10 January 2020.
JANUARY 12, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Iran. 12 January 2020, second consecutive day of people's protests
IRAN - Iran. 12 January 2020, second consecutive day of people's protests
JANUARY 12, 2020Belarus
DEATH PENALTY
BELARUS: FIRST DEATH PENALTIES OF 2020 HANDED DOWN
The Mogilev Regional Court sentenced two brothers, who were found guilty of committing a murder in a particularly violent manner, to the death penalty on 10 January 2020, the Human Rights Center Viasna said.
JANUARY 12, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - A man, identified only as Omid D. hanged at Vakilabad prison on January 12
IRAN - A man, identified only as Omid D. hanged at Vakilabad prison on January 12
JANUARY 10, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - The 702 victims of the “November riots” identified by PMOI / MEK as of January 6, 2020
IRAN - The 702 victims of the “November riots” identified by PMOI / MEK as of January 6, 2020

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JANUARY 10, 2020Uganda
DEATH PENALTY
UGANDA: MASAKA PANGA KILLERS SENTENCED TO DEATH
Four of the 6 Masaka machete- wielding men have been sentenced to death by General Court Martial sitting in Makidye, The Tower Post reported on 16 December 2019.
JANUARY 10, 2020Somalia
DEATH PENALTY
SOMALIA: OFFICER HANDED DEATH SENTENCE IN PUNTLAND, TO RECEIVE 67 CAMELS FROM STATE FOR HARM
A military court of appeal in Puntland on 6 January 2020 upheld the ruling of a lower court which sentenced to death a military officer who killed his boss at Bosaso port but ordered the government compensate the defendant for injuries suffered during his
JANUARY 10, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - The 702 victims of the “November riots” identified by PMOI / MEK as of January 6, 2020
IRAN - The 702 victims of the “November riots” identified by PMOI / MEK as of January 6, 2020
JANUARY 10, 2020Iran
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IRAN: AT LEAST 400 WOMEN KILLED DURING PROTESTS IN NOVEMBER 2019
The Iranian Resistance on 15 December 2019 announced that the number of those killed by security forces during Iran protests exceeded 1,500.
JANUARY 10, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN: KURD POLITICAL PRISONER HOUSHMAND ALIPOUR SENTENCED TO DEATH
An Iranian court on 29 December 2019 sentenced Kurd Political Prisoner Houshmand Alipour to death.
JANUARY 9, 2020Bahrain
DEATH PENALTY
BAHRAIN: COURT REIMPOSES DEATH PENALTY FOR TWO PRO-DEMOCRACY ACTIVISTS
Bahrain’s top criminal court has reimposed the death penalty on two pro-democracy activists using “false confessions” obtained under torture, rights groups said on 8 January 2020.
JANUARY 9, 2020Thailand
DEATH PENALTY
THAILAND: MAYOR SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR MURDER OF MUNICIPAL DIRECTOR
The Criminal Court in Songkhla has sentenced six people, including the Muang Singha Nakhon municipal mayor, to death and another to life imprisonment for the murder of a municipal director in July last year, reported the Bangkok Post on 24 December 2019.
JANUARY 9, 2020India
DEATH PENALTY
INDIA: NIRBHAYA CONVICTS TO BE HANGED ON 22 JANUARY
Four men sentenced to death for the gang rape and murder of a woman on a New Delhi bus in an attack that sent shockwaves across the world will be hanged on 22 January in Tihar Jail in the national Capital, an Indian court ruled on 7 January 2020.
JANUARY 9, 2020Arizona
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Arizona. A jury sentenced Edward Littleton McCauley to death
USA - Arizona. A jury sentenced Edward Littleton McCauley to death
JANUARY 9, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - A prisoner, identified only as M.C., was reportedly hanged on January 9
IRAN - A prisoner, identified only as M.C., was reportedly hanged on January 9
JANUARY 8, 2020Zambia
DEATH PENALTY
ZAMBIA: LUSAKA COP SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR MURDERING COLLEAGUE
The Lusaka High Court on 3 January 2020 convicted and sentenced a police officer, Edwin Kabasiya, to death by hanging for the murder of his colleague Lennox Kapila.
JANUARY 8, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - A man, identified only as Saman, was executed at Rajaii Shahr Prison on 8 January
IRAN - A man, identified only as Saman, was executed at Rajaii Shahr Prison on 8 January
JANUARY 8, 2020Sri Lanka
DEATH PENALTY
SRI LANKA: JUSTICE MINISTER BACKS DEATH PENALTY FOR DRUG SMUGGLERS
Justice Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva has backed a proposal to implement the death penalty for drug smugglers.
JANUARY 7, 2020Egypt
DEATH PENALTY
EGYPT: MILITARY COURT SENTENCES FORMER MILITARY OFFICER TO DEATH OVER TERRORISM
An Egyptian military court sentenced on 27 November 2019 a former military officer to death over plotting and carrying out terrorist operations in Egypt, the Egyptian military spokesman said in a statement.
JANUARY 7, 2020
DEATH PENALTY
FLORIDA (USA): INMATE CLAIMS MAN ON DEATH ROW IS INNOCENT OF 1985 MURDER
James Dailey was convicted for the murder of 14-year-old Shelly Boggio out of Pinellas County, Florida, but another man says he is the killer.
JANUARY 7, 2020Nigeria
DEATH PENALTY
NIGERIA: 2,745 CONDEMNED INMATES AWAITING DEATH NATIONWIDE
The Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS), says about 2,745 inmates condemned to death are awaiting execution in its facilities across the country.
JANUARY 7, 2020Louisiana
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Louisiana. Louisiana reaches 10-year since its last execution
USA - Louisiana. Louisiana reaches 10-year since its last execution
JANUARY 7, 2020Nigeria
DEATH PENALTY
NIGERIA: OBASEKI RELEASES ONE, TRANSMUTES DEATH SENTENCE OF FOUR PRISONERS
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has approved the conversion of the death sentence of four prisoners to life imprisonment, The Nation reported on 2nd January 2020.
JANUARY 6, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Day 53 of Iran Protests: 703 of the Victims Have so Far Been Identified.
IRAN - Day 53 of Iran Protests: 703 of the Victims Have so Far Been Identified.
JANUARY 6, 2020Mississippi
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Mississippi. Doug Evans Recuses Himself From Curtis Flowers Case.
USA - Mississippi. Doug Evans Recuses Himself From Curtis Flowers Case.
JANUARY 6, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Ali Ashouri was executed at Isfahan Prison on January 6, 2020
IRAN - Ali Ashouri was executed at Isfahan Prison on January 6, 2020
JANUARY 5, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - At least 400 women fell for freedom during Iran protests in November 2019. List of 54 names identified.
IRAN - At least 400 women fell for freedom during Iran protests in November 2019. List of 54 names identified.
JANUARY 5, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - Report: 79 Kurdish Border Porters (Kolbari) Died, 165 Injured in 2019.
IRAN - Report: 79 Kurdish Border Porters (Kolbari) Died, 165 Injured in 2019.
JANUARY 3, 2020Somalia
DEATH PENALTY
SOMALIA: 7 AL SHABAAB MEN SENTENCED TO DEATH
Somali military court sentenced seven al Shabaab men to death for murder and terrorism, Allgalgaduud Media reported on 31 December 2019.
JANUARY 3, 2020Florida
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Florida. Judge Bruce Kyle sentenced Mark Sievers to death
USA - Florida. Judge Bruce Kyle sentenced Mark Sievers to death
JANUARY 3, 2020United States
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Death Sentences Decline by More than Half in Decade of the 2010s.
USA - Death Sentences Decline by More than Half in Decade of the 2010s.
JANUARY 3, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN: EIGHT HANGED IN KARAJ WHILE PROTESTS IN THE COUNTRY CONTINUE
According to Iran Human Rights sources, on the early morning of 1st January 2020, eight men were executed at Karaj city’s Rajai-Shahr prison, near Tehran.
JANUARY 3, 2020Pakistan
DEATH PENALTY
PAKISTAN WILL HAVE TO MOVE AWAY FROM DEATH PENALTY TO REFORMATION OF CRIMINALS, SAYS RANA SANAULLAH
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Rana Sanaullah has said that Pakistan would have to abolish the death penalty and would have to move towards reformation of criminals, Naya Daur Media reported on 1st January 2020.
JANUARY 2, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - 29 more names of martyrs, bringing the number of those identified to 644
IRAN - 29 more names of martyrs, bringing the number of those identified to 644
JANUARY 2, 2020Yemen
DEATH PENALTY
YEMEN: HOUTHIS SENTENCE PRESIDENT HADI TO DEATH
A court in the Yemeni capital Sanaa, controlled by Houthi rebels, on 31 December 2019 sentenced the exiled President Abed Rabbo Mansur Hadi and other officials to death in absentia.

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JANUARY 2, 2020Nigeria
DEATH PENALTY
NIGERIA: ONDO STATE GOVERNOR AKEREDOLU PARDONS THREE CONDEMNED INMATES ON DEATH ROW
The Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu on 30 December 2019 granted state pardon to three condemned inmates across the various Correctional Centres on death row in the state.
JANUARY 2, 2020Saudi Arabia
DEATH PENALTY
SAUDI ARABIA: CHILD RAPIST SENTENCED TO DEATH
A Saudi court sentenced a local married man to death after he was convicted of raping several little boys, the Filipino Times reported on 2nd January 2020.
JANUARY 1, 2020India
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty is provided for by the Penal Code and by Art. 21 of the Constitution
The death penalty is provided for by the Penal Code and by Art. 21 of the Constitution
JANUARY 1, 2020Nigeria
DEATH PENALTY
Death sentences are mandatory for murder but also non lethal offences
Death sentences are mandatory for murder but also non lethal offences
JANUARY 1, 2020Japan
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty in Japan is provided for 13 crimes
The death penalty in Japan is provided for 13 crimes
JANUARY 1, 2020Somalia
DEATH PENALTY
The penal code of Somalia represents an amalgam of various legal systems and traditions.
The penal code of Somalia represents an amalgam of various legal systems and traditions.
JANUARY 1, 2020Yemen
DEATH PENALTY
Yemen's legal system is based on both Sharia principles and customary law.
Yemen's legal system is based on both Sharia principles and customary law.
JANUARY 1, 2020Tennessee
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
In accordance with Article 4 of the Iranian Constitution...
In accordance with Article 4 of the Iranian Constitution...
JANUARY 1, 2020Zambia
DEATH PENALTY
The Zambian penal code, section 43, foresees that the death penalty...
The Zambian penal code, section 43, foresees that the death penalty...
JANUARY 1, 2020Sudan
DEATH PENALTY
The 1991 penal code based on Sharia law prescribes both the death penalty and corporal punishment.
The 1991 penal code based on Sharia law prescribes both the death penalty and corporal punishment.
JANUARY 1, 2020Sierra Leone
DEATH PENALTY
Sierra Leone’s 1991 Constitution allows the use of the death penalty for aggravated robbery
Sierra Leone’s 1991 Constitution allows the use of the death penalty for aggravated robbery
JANUARY 1, 2020Vietnam
DEATH PENALTY
Capital punishment remains for crimes
Capital punishment remains for crimes such as murder, armed robbery, drug trafficking, and sexual abuse of children.
JANUARY 1, 2020Singapore
DEATH PENALTY
Capital crimes are: murder, treason, offences against the President, illegal possession of arms, kidnapping and causing an innocent person to be executed by bearing false witness.
Capital crimes are: murder, treason, offences against the President, illegal possession of arms, kidnapping and causing an innocent person to be executed by bearing false witness.
JANUARY 1, 2020Botswana
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty has been on the books in Botswana since its independence from Great Britain in 1966.
The death penalty has been on the books in Botswana since its independence from Great Britain in 1966.
JANUARY 1, 2020Sri Lanka
DEATH PENALTY
Capital crimes are: murder, causing an innocent person
Capital crimes are: murder, causing an innocent person
JANUARY 1, 2020Malawi
DEATH PENALTY
The offences for which capital punishment either can or must be applied are murder...
The offences for which capital punishment either can or must be applied are murder...
JANUARY 1, 2020Kenya
DEATH PENALTY
the mandatory death sentence is no longer lawful in Kenya
the mandatory death sentence is no longer lawful in Kenya
JANUARY 1, 2020Bangladesh
DEATH PENALTY
Article 32 of the Constitution provides
Article 32 of the Constitution provides
JANUARY 1, 2020South Korea
DEATH PENALTY
20 years without executions
20 years without executions
JANUARY 1, 2020Malaysia
DEATH PENALTY
In Malaysia capital crimes include murder...
In Malaysia capital crimes include murder...
JANUARY 1, 2020Missouri
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Bahrain
DEATH PENALTY
The offences for which capital punishment either can or must
The offences for which capital punishment either can or must
JANUARY 1, 2020Thailand
DEATH PENALTY
Under the Penal Code alone, the death sentence can be applied to 35 crimes
Under the Penal Code alone, the death sentence can be applied to 35 crimes
JANUARY 1, 2020United States
DEATH PENALTY
To date, the death penalty no longer exists in 18 of the 50 U.S. States
To date, the death penalty no longer exists in 18 of the 50 U.S. States
JANUARY 1, 2020Syria
DEATH PENALTY
In Syria, capital crimes are: treason; murder...
In Syria, capital crimes are: treason; murder...
JANUARY 1, 2020Iraq
DEATH PENALTY
On April 9, 2003 Saddam Hussein’s Baathist regime was overthrown by a US-led military coalition.
On April 9, 2003 Saddam Hussein’s Baathist regime was overthrown by a US-led military coalition.
JANUARY 1, 2020Uganda
DEATH PENALTY
Uganda’s penal code provides for 15 capital offences
Uganda’s penal code provides for 15 capital offences
JANUARY 1, 2020United Arab Emirates
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty is rarely applied in the UAE...
The death penalty is rarely applied in the UAE...
JANUARY 1, 2020Egypt
DEATH PENALTY
The Egyptian Constitution makes no reference to the death penalty.
The Egyptian Constitution makes no reference to the death penalty.

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JANUARY 1, 2020Florida
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection
The method of execution is injection
JANUARY 1, 2020Algeria
DEATH PENALTY
Algeria’s laws prescribe the death penalty for a range of crimes including ordinary crimes.
Algeria’s laws prescribe the death penalty for a range of crimes including ordinary crimes.
JANUARY 1, 2020Qatar
DEATH PENALTY
Since March 2013, after ten consecutive years without executions...
Since March 2013, after ten consecutive years without executions...
JANUARY 1, 2020Jordan
DEATH PENALTY
The legal system in Jordan is based on Islamic law
The legal system in Jordan is based on Islamic law
JANUARY 1, 2020North Korea
DEATH PENALTY
North Korea denies holding any political prisoners.
North Korea denies holding any political prisoners.
JANUARY 1, 2020Gambia
DEATH PENALTY
On 19 February 2018, Gambian President Adama Barrow announced a moratorium on the death penalty
On 19 February 2018, Gambian President Adama Barrow announced a moratorium on the death penalty
JANUARY 1, 2020Kuwait
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty is provided for by laws based on the Sharia.
The death penalty is provided for by laws based on the Sharia.
JANUARY 1, 2020Guyana
DEATH PENALTY
Murder and treason are capital crimes.
Murder and treason are capital crimes.
JANUARY 1, 2020Tunisia
DEATH PENALTY
In Tunisian law the death penalty is issued for 21 separate offenses
In Tunisian law the death penalty is issued for 21 separate offenses
JANUARY 1, 2020China
DEATH PENALTY
In February 2011, China dropped the death penalty for 13 non-violent crimes
In February 2011, China dropped the death penalty for 13 non-violent crimes
JANUARY 1, 2020Belgium
DEATH PENALTY
Belgium abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1996.
Belgium abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1996.
JANUARY 1, 2020Guinea-Bissau
DEATH PENALTY
Guinea Bissau abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1993.
Guinea Bissau abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1993.
JANUARY 1, 2020Eritrea
DEATH PENALTY
Murder and acts threatening state security are crimes punishable by death.
Murder and acts threatening state security are crimes punishable by death.
JANUARY 1, 2020Bermuda
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty was abolished in 2000.
The death penalty was abolished in 2000.
JANUARY 1, 2020Hungary
DEATH PENALTY
Hungary has been abolitionist since 1990, following a decision by the Constitutional Court.
Hungary has been abolitionist since 1990, following a decision by the Constitutional Court.
JANUARY 1, 2020Central African Republic
DEATH PENALTY
Capital crimes include: aggravated murder, treason, spying...
Capital crimes include: aggravated murder, treason, spying, charlatanism and witchcraft, assassination and military offences.
JANUARY 1, 2020Slovenia
DEATH PENALTY
Slovenia abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1989.
Slovenia abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1989.
JANUARY 1, 2020Estonia
DEATH PENALTY
Estonia abolished the death penalty for all crimes on May 13, 1998.
Estonia abolished the death penalty for all crimes on May 13, 1998.
JANUARY 1, 2020Germany
DEATH PENALTY
The Federal Republic of Germany abolished the death penalty in 1949.
The Federal Republic of Germany abolished the death penalty in 1949.
JANUARY 1, 2020Cuba
DEATH PENALTY
In April 2013, after ten consecutive years without carrying out executions
In April 2013, after ten consecutive years without carrying out executions
JANUARY 1, 2020Russia
DEATH PENALTY
With the introduction of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation of 1996
With the introduction of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation of 1996
JANUARY 1, 2020Eswatini
DEATH PENALTY
The Criminal Law and Procedure Act No.67 of 1938, as amended in 1975...
The Criminal Law and Procedure Act No.67 of 1938, as amended in 1975...
JANUARY 1, 2020Bahamas
DEATH PENALTY
Capital crimes are: aggravated murder
Capital crimes are: aggravated murder
JANUARY 1, 2020Philippines
DEATH PENALTY
On June 24, 2006, President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo signed a law abolishing the death penalty.
On June 24, 2006, President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo signed a law abolishing the death penalty.
JANUARY 1, 2020Morocco
DEATH PENALTY
The Country has 11 crimes that carry the death penalty
The Country has 11 crimes that carry the death penalty
JANUARY 1, 2020Brunei
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty is mandatory for murder
The death penalty is mandatory for murder
JANUARY 1, 2020Monaco
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Principality of Monaco of December 17, 1962 states:
The Constitution of the Principality of Monaco of December 17, 1962 states: "The death penalty is abolished."
JANUARY 1, 2020Netherlands
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Kingdom of the Netherlands (1983) at Art. 114 states:
The Constitution of the Kingdom of the Netherlands (1983) at Art. 114 states: "Capital punishment may not be imposed.
JANUARY 1, 2020Indonesia
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty is applicable for murder..
The death penalty is applicable for murder...
JANUARY 1, 2020Montenegro
DEATH PENALTY
Montenegro is completely abolitionist
Montenegro is completely abolitionist

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JANUARY 1, 2020Texas
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection
The method of execution is injection
JANUARY 1, 2020Palestinian Territories
DEATH PENALTY
On 29 November 2012, the General Assembly voted to grant
On 29 November 2012, the General Assembly voted to grant
JANUARY 1, 2020Austria
DEATH PENALTY
The Federal Constitutional Law of the Republic of Austria at Art. 85 states
The Federal Constitutional Law of the Republic of Austria at Art. 85 states "The death penalty is abolished."
JANUARY 1, 2020Türkiye
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty has been fully abolished by a package of constitutional and legislative amendments.
The death penalty has been fully abolished by a package of constitutional and legislative amendments.
JANUARY 1, 2020Gabon
DEATH PENALTY
In February, 2010, Gabon completely abolished the death penalty.
In February, 2010, Gabon completely abolished the death penalty.
JANUARY 1, 2020Burundi
DEATH PENALTY
On April 22, 2009, Burundi's President Pierre Nkurunziza promulgated the new criminal code
On April 22, 2009, Burundi's President Pierre Nkurunziza promulgated the new criminal code which abolishes the death penalty but makes homosexuality a crime punishable by jail.
JANUARY 1, 2020Nevada
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Switzerland
DEATH PENALTY
After abolishing the death penalty for ordinary crimes in 1942, Switzerland became fully abolitionist in 1992.
After abolishing the death penalty for ordinary crimes in 1942, Switzerland became fully abolitionist in 1992.
JANUARY 1, 2020Afghanistan
DEATH PENALTY
The 2004 Afghan Constitution, in article 23 asserts the right to life
The 2004 Afghan Constitution, in article 23 asserts the right to life
JANUARY 1, 2020Iowa
DEATH PENALTY
Iowa does not have the death penalty
Iowa does not have the death penalty
JANUARY 1, 2020Solomon Islands
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty was abolished for all crimes in 1966.
The death penalty was abolished for all crimes in 1966.
JANUARY 1, 2020Micronesia
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Federated States of Micronesia (1980) at Article 4, Section 9, states:
The Constitution of the Federated States of Micronesia (1980) at Article 4, Section 9, states: "capital punishment is prohibited."
JANUARY 1, 2020Sweden
DEATH PENALTY
Sweden abolished capital punishment for ordinary crimes in 1921 and has been abolitionist for all crimes since 1972.
Sweden abolished capital punishment for ordinary crimes in 1921 and has been abolitionist for all crimes since 1972.
JANUARY 1, 2020Uzbekistan
DEATH PENALTY
Uzbekistan abolished the death penalty on January 1, 2008.
Uzbekistan abolished the death penalty on January 1, 2008.
JANUARY 1, 2020Azerbaijan
DEATH PENALTY
Parliament voted for abolition on February 10, 1998 following an initiative by President Ilham Aliyev in January 1998.
Parliament voted for abolition on February 10, 1998 following an initiative by President Ilham Aliyev in January 1998.
JANUARY 1, 2020Australia
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty was formally abolished in Australia in 1985.
The death penalty was formally abolished in Australia in 1985.
JANUARY 1, 2020Laos
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty in Laos is applied in cases of treason, murder and rape
The death penalty in Laos is applied in cases of treason, murder and rape
JANUARY 1, 2020Vanuatu
DEATH PENALTY
There have been no executions since independence on July 30, 1980.
There have been no executions since independence on July 30, 1980.
JANUARY 1, 2020Madagascar
DEATH PENALTY
The last executions in Madagascar were carried out under French colonial rule in 1958.
The last executions in Madagascar were carried out under French colonial rule in 1958.
JANUARY 1, 2020Louisiana
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Colombia
DEATH PENALTY
Colombia abolished the death penalty in 1910.
Colombia abolished the death penalty in 1910.
JANUARY 1, 2020Nepal
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Kingdom of Nepal (1990) at Article 12 states:
The Constitution of the Kingdom of Nepal (1990) at Article 12 states:
JANUARY 1, 2020Czechia
DEATH PENALTY
The Czech Republic abolished the death penalty in 1990.
The Czech Republic abolished the death penalty in 1990.
JANUARY 1, 2020North Macedonia
DEATH PENALTY
The 1991 (amended in 2001) Constitution of the Republic of Macedonia at Art. 10 states:
The 1991 (amended in 2001) Constitution of the Republic of Macedonia at Art. 10 states: "The human right to life is irrevocable.
JANUARY 1, 2020Albania
DEATH PENALTY
Capital punishment was abolished from the Criminal Code on December 10, 1999...
Capital punishment was abolished from the Criminal Code on December 10, 1999...
JANUARY 1, 2020Dominica
DEATH PENALTY
Murder and treason are capital crimes.
Murder and treason are capital crimes.
JANUARY 1, 2020Luxembourg
DEATH PENALTY
Luxembourg has been completely abolitionist since 1979.
Luxembourg has been completely abolitionist since 1979.
JANUARY 1, 2020Belize
DEATH PENALTY
Murder and military offences are capital crimes.
Murder and military offences are capital crimes.
JANUARY 1, 2020Dominican Republic
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Dominican Republic at Art. 8 (1) refers
The Constitution of the Dominican Republic at Art. 8 (1) refers
JANUARY 1, 2020Oklahoma
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection
The method of execution is injection

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JANUARY 1, 2020North Dakota
DEATH PENALTY
North Dakota does not have the death penalty
North Dakota does not have the death penalty
JANUARY 1, 2020Oregon
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Kiribati
DEATH PENALTY
There have been no executions since independence on July 12, 1979.
There have been no executions since independence on July 12, 1979.
JANUARY 1, 2020Turkmenistan
DEATH PENALTY
On December 29, 1999, the People's Council decided to abolish the death sentence in the country.
On December 29, 1999, the People's Council decided to abolish the death sentence in the country.
JANUARY 1, 2020Haiti
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Republic of Haiti (1987) at Art. 20 states:
The Constitution of the Republic of Haiti (1987) at Art. 20 states:
JANUARY 1, 2020Alaska
DEATH PENALTY
Alaska does not have the death penalty
Alaska does not have the death penalty
JANUARY 1, 2020Tuvalu
DEATH PENALTY
No execution has been carried out since independence was declared in 1978.
No execution has been carried out since independence was declared in 1978.
JANUARY 1, 2020Arizona
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Idaho
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Bhutan
DEATH PENALTY
On March 20, 2004 the King of Bhutan, Jigme Singye Wangchuk, issued a royal decree (“kasho”) abolishing the death penalty in the kingdom.
On March 20, 2004 the King of Bhutan, Jigme Singye Wangchuk, issued a royal decree (“kasho”) abolishing the death penalty in the kingdom.
JANUARY 1, 2020Mexico
DEATH PENALTY
On June 23, 2005, Mexico's House approved a measure striking the death penalty...
On June 23, 2005, Mexico's House approved a measure striking the death penalty...
JANUARY 1, 2020Mississippi
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Kyrgyzstan
DEATH PENALTY
On June 27, 2007 Kyrgyz President Kurmanbek Bakiyev...
On June 27, 2007 Kyrgyz President Kurmanbek Bakiyev signed legislation amending Kyrgyzstan's criminal codes and abolishing the death penalty.
JANUARY 1, 2020Libya
DEATH PENALTY
Under the penal code in force at the time of Gaddafi...
Under the penal code in force at the time of Gaddafi...
JANUARY 1, 2020Djibouti
DEATH PENALTY
Djibouti abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1995...
Djibouti abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1995...
JANUARY 1, 2020Senegal
DEATH PENALTY
On December 10, 2004 Senegal’s National Assembly, with a resounding majority, voted to abolish the death penalty for all crimes.
On December 10, 2004 Senegal’s National Assembly, with a resounding majority, voted to abolish the death penalty for all crimes.
JANUARY 1, 2020Honduras
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Republic of Honduras at Art. 66 states:
The Constitution of the Republic of Honduras at Art. 66 states: "The death penalty is prohibited."
JANUARY 1, 2020Minnesota
DEATH PENALTY
Minnesota abolished the death penalty in 1911
Minnesota abolished the death penalty in 1911
JANUARY 1, 2020St. Vincent & Grenadines
DEATH PENALTY
Murder and treason are capital crimes.
Murder and treason are capital crimes.
JANUARY 1, 2020Mauritius
DEATH PENALTY
Mauritius has been abolitionist since 1995 when the Death Penalty Act...
Mauritius has been abolitionist since 1995 when the Death Penalty Act...
JANUARY 1, 2020Hawaii
DEATH PENALTY
Hawaii does not have the death penalty, having abolished...
Hawaii does not have the death penalty, having abolished it in 1956 before becoming a state
JANUARY 1, 2020Grenada
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty can be applied for aggravated murder and treason.
The death penalty can be applied for aggravated murder and treason.
JANUARY 1, 2020Jamaica
DEATH PENALTY
On the issue of capital punishment, the Jamaica Constitution states...
On the issue of capital punishment, the Jamaica Constitution states...
JANUARY 1, 2020Ecuador
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Republic of Ecuador at Art. 23 states:
The Constitution of the Republic of Ecuador at Art. 23 states:
JANUARY 1, 2020Mozambique
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Republic of Mozambique (1990) at Art. 70 states:
The Constitution of the Republic of Mozambique (1990) at Art. 70 states: "1. All citizens shall have the right to life.
JANUARY 1, 2020St. Kitts & Nevis
DEATH PENALTY
Murder is the only death-qualifiable offence.
Murder is the only death-qualifiable offence.
JANUARY 1, 2020Antigua & Barbuda
DEATH PENALTY
Murder is a capital crime.
Murder is a capital crime.
JANUARY 1, 2020Tanzania
DEATH PENALTY
Tanzania still retains the death penalty as one of punishments under...
Tanzania still retains the death penalty as one of punishments under...
JANUARY 1, 2020Comoros
DEATH PENALTY
Aggravated murder, treason and spying are capital crimes.
Aggravated murder, treason and spying are capital crimes.
JANUARY 1, 2020Slovakia
DEATH PENALTY
Slovakia abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1990.
Slovakia abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1990.

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JANUARY 1, 2020United States Armed Forces
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Iceland
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty was officially abolished in Iceland in 1928, but it had not been applied since 1830.
The death penalty was officially abolished in Iceland in 1928, but it had not been applied since 1830.
JANUARY 1, 2020France
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty was abolished in France on September 9...
The death penalty was abolished in France on September 9...
JANUARY 1, 2020Timor-Leste
DEATH PENALTY
East Timor became the first new sovereign state of the 21st century on the night between May 19 and 20, 2002.
East Timor became the first new sovereign state of the 21st century on the night between May 19 and 20, 2002.
JANUARY 1, 2020Michigan
DEATH PENALTY
Michigan has not had the death penalty since 1847
Michigan has not had the death penalty since 1847
JANUARY 1, 2020Romania
DEATH PENALTY
Romania abolished the death penalty in 1989.
Romania abolished the death penalty in 1989.
JANUARY 1, 2020Bolivia
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of Bolivia, under article 17 bars the death penalty.
The Constitution of Bolivia, under article 17 bars the death penalty.
JANUARY 1, 2020Togo
DEATH PENALTY
On June 23, 2009, Togo's parliament voted unanimously to abolish the death penalty.
On June 23, 2009, Togo's parliament voted unanimously to abolish the death penalty.
JANUARY 1, 2020Venezuela
DEATH PENALTY
In 1863 Venezuela formally abolished the death penalty, making it the first modern state to do so.
In 1863 Venezuela formally abolished the death penalty, making it the first modern state to do so.
JANUARY 1, 2020Wyoming
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Nebraska
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is electrocution.
The method of execution is electrocution.
JANUARY 1, 2020Ohio
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Côte d’Ivoire
DEATH PENALTY
Cote D’Ivoire’s new Constitution, approved by a national...
Cote D’Ivoire’s new Constitution, approved by a national referendum held on July 23 and 24, 2000, provides for the abolition of the death penalty.
JANUARY 1, 2020Liberia
DEATH PENALTY
Death penalty may be applied
Death penalty may be applied despite accession to the Second Optional Protocol
JANUARY 1, 2020Tonga
DEATH PENALTY
The last execution was carried out in 1982.
The last execution was carried out in 1982.
JANUARY 1, 2020Taiwan
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty is provided for murder, drug offenses, treason and military offenses.
The death penalty is provided for murder, drug offenses, treason and military offenses.
JANUARY 1, 2020Cameroon
DEATH PENALTY
Cameroon applies the death penalty for treason.
Cameroon applies the death penalty for treason.
JANUARY 1, 2020Burkina Faso
DEATH PENALTY
Burkina Faso abolishes the death penalty
Burkina Faso abolishes the death penalty
JANUARY 1, 2020Washington
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Barbados
DEATH PENALTY
Barbados retains a mandatory death penalty or murder and treason.
Barbados retains a mandatory death penalty or murder and treason.
JANUARY 1, 2020Ethiopia
DEATH PENALTY
In 2017, Ethiopia became de facto abolitionist, after 10 consecutive year without executions.
In 2017, Ethiopia became de facto abolitionist, after 10 consecutive year without executions.
JANUARY 1, 2020Argentina
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty was abolished for ordinary crimes in 1984.
The death penalty was abolished for ordinary crimes in 1984.
JANUARY 1, 2020California
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Rwanda
DEATH PENALTY
Rwanda is the first African country in the Great Lakes region to abolish the death penalty
Rwanda is the first African country in the Great Lakes region to abolish the death penalty
JANUARY 1, 2020Guinea
DEATH PENALTY
The new penal code
The new penal code removes any reference to the death penalty
JANUARY 1, 2020Maine
DEATH PENALTY
Maine does not have the death penalty, having abolished...
Maine does not have the death penalty, having abolished it in 1887
JANUARY 1, 2020Kazakhstan
DEATH PENALTY
On December 17, 2003, President Nursultan Nazarbayev introduced a moratorium on executions
On December 17, 2003, President Nursultan Nazarbayev introduced a moratorium on executions
JANUARY 1, 2020Pennsylvania
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Benin
DEATH PENALTY
On 21 February 2018, the government of Benin commuted the death sentence of all the 14 men to life
On 21 February 2018, the government of Benin commuted the death sentence of all the 14 men to life imprisonment. This is after the decision, by the Constitutional Court of Benin, to abolish the death penalty for all crimes in a 2016 after the entry into
JANUARY 1, 2020Benin
DEATH PENALTY
On July 5, 2012, with the deposit of its instrument of accession...
On July 5, 2012, with the deposit of its instrument of accession...

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JANUARY 1, 2020Croatia
DEATH PENALTY
Croatia abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1990.
Croatia abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1990.
JANUARY 1, 2020Ukraine
DEATH PENALTY
Ukraine abolished the death penalty in February 2000, with an overwhelming majority vote of the members of the Ukrainian parliament.
Ukraine abolished the death penalty in February 2000, with an overwhelming majority vote of the members of the Ukrainian parliament.
JANUARY 1, 2020Nauru
DEATH PENALTY
No one has been put to death since independence in 1968.
No one has been put to death since independence in 1968.
JANUARY 1, 2020South Africa
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty was abolished in South Africa on June 6...
The death penalty was abolished in South Africa on June 6...
JANUARY 1, 2020Bulgaria
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty for all crimes was abolished on December 10, 1998.
The death penalty for all crimes was abolished on December 10, 1998.
JANUARY 1, 2020Italy
DEATH PENALTY
Italy became totally abolitionist in 1994, when the death penalty was abolished from the Military Codes.
Italy became totally abolitionist in 1994, when the death penalty was abolished from the Military Codes.
JANUARY 1, 2020Malta
DEATH PENALTY
The Maltese Parliament abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes on October 4, 1971.
The Maltese Parliament abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes on October 4, 1971.
JANUARY 1, 2020Kentucky
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Namibia
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Republic of Namibia (1990) at Art. 6 states:
The Constitution of the Republic of Namibia (1990) at Art. 6 states: "The right to life shall be respected and protected.
JANUARY 1, 2020Massachusetts
DEATH PENALTY
Massachusetts does not have the death penalty
Massachusetts does not have the death penalty
JANUARY 1, 2020Latvia
DEATH PENALTY
On 26 January 2012, Latvia ratified Protocol No. 13 to the Convention
On 26 January 2012, Latvia ratified Protocol No. 13 to the Convention
JANUARY 1, 2020Delaware
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection
The method of execution is injection
JANUARY 1, 2020Cambodia
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Kingdom of Cambodia (1993) at Art. 32 states:
The Constitution of the Kingdom of Cambodia (1993) at Art. 32 states:
JANUARY 1, 2020Costa Rica
DEATH PENALTY
Costa Rica has been abolitionist since 1887.
Costa Rica has been abolitionist since 1887.
JANUARY 1, 2020Cape Verde
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Republic of Cape Verde (1992) states at Art. 26 (2):
The Constitution of the Republic of Cape Verde (1992) states at Art. 26 (2): "No one shall be subjected to torture or cruel, degrading or inhuman punishment or treatment, and in no circumstances shall there be the death penalty."
JANUARY 1, 2020Fiji
DEATH PENALTY
Fiji abolished the death penalty for treason and piracy in February 2002
Fiji abolished the death penalty for treason and piracy in February 2002
JANUARY 1, 2020Arkansas
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Macao SAR China
DEATH PENALTY
Macao, a former Portuguese colony, was handed over to China on December 20, 1999.
Macao, a former Portuguese colony, was handed over to China on December 20, 1999.
JANUARY 1, 2020Virginia
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Utah
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Rhode Island
DEATH PENALTY
Rhode Island does not have the death penalty
Rhode Island does not have the death penalty
JANUARY 1, 2020Guatemala
DEATH PENALTY
The Guatemalan penal code (1973) provides for the death penalty for parricide...
The Guatemalan penal code (1973) provides for the death penalty for parricide, aggravated homicide and assassination of the President or Vice-President.
JANUARY 1, 2020Bosnia & Herzegovina
DEATH PENALTY
With the ratification on July 29, 2003 of the Protocol No 13...
With the ratification on July 29, 2003 of the Protocol No 13...
JANUARY 1, 2020Armenia
DEATH PENALTY
The new Criminal Code, adopted on April 18, 2003, replaces the death penalty with life imprisonment.
The new Criminal Code, adopted on April 18, 2003, replaces the death penalty with life imprisonment.
JANUARY 1, 2020Seychelles
DEATH PENALTY
Seychelles abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1993.
Seychelles abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1993.
JANUARY 1, 2020Wisconsin
DEATH PENALTY
Wisconsin had abolished the death penalty in 1853
Wisconsin had abolished the death penalty in 1853
JANUARY 1, 2020West Virginia
DEATH PENALTY
West Virginia abolished the death penalty in 1965
West Virginia abolished the death penalty in 1965
JANUARY 1, 2020Spain
DEATH PENALTY
Spain became completely abolitionist in 1995.
Spain became completely abolitionist in 1995.
JANUARY 1, 2020Equatorial Guinea
DEATH PENALTY
On 13 February 2014, the President of Equatorial Guinea, Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, signed the Decree 426/2.014 which establishes a moratorium on the death penalty with immediate effect.
On 13 February 2014, the President of Equatorial Guinea, Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, signed the Decree 426/2.014 which establishes a moratorium on the death penalty with immediate effect.
JANUARY 1, 2020Zimbabwe
DEATH PENALTY
After independence from Britain in 1980, there were nine offences which warranted
After independence from Britain in 1980, there were nine offences which warranted

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JANUARY 1, 2020Ghana
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty has been in Ghana’s statute books since the inception
The death penalty has been in Ghana’s statute books since the inception
JANUARY 1, 2020Oman
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty is provided for under the penal laws of the Sultanate of Oman, which make reference to Sharia law.
The death penalty is provided for under the penal laws of the Sultanate of Oman, which make reference to Sharia law.
JANUARY 1, 2020Papua New Guinea
DEATH PENALTY
On 28 May 2013, Papua New Guinea repealed
On 28 May 2013, Papua New Guinea repealed
JANUARY 1, 2020Mauritania
DEATH PENALTY
High treason, premeditated murder and torture are capital crimes.
High treason, premeditated murder and torture are capital crimes.
JANUARY 1, 2020Cyprus
DEATH PENALTY
Cyprus abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes in 1983 and for all crimes committed in peacetime in 1999.
Cyprus abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes in 1983 and for all crimes committed in peacetime in 1999.
JANUARY 1, 2020Poland
DEATH PENALTY
Poland abolished the death penalty in 1997 and a penal code introduced in 1998 replaced it with life imprisonment.
Poland abolished the death penalty in 1997 and a penal code introduced in 1998 replaced it with life imprisonment.
JANUARY 1, 2020Lebanon
DEATH PENALTY
Lebanon reinstated the death penalty in 1994 in a bid to stem a rise in violent crime following the 1975-90 civil war.
Lebanon reinstated the death penalty in 1994 in a bid to stem a rise in violent crime following the 1975-90 civil war.
JANUARY 1, 2020Palau
DEATH PENALTY
Palau abolished the death penalty in 1994.
Palau abolished the death penalty in 1994.
JANUARY 1, 2020New Zealand
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty was abolished for ordinary crimes in 1961,
The death penalty was abolished for ordinary crimes in 1961,
JANUARY 1, 2020United Kingdom
DEATH PENALTY
The United Kingdom abolished the death penalty for murder on December 18...
The United Kingdom abolished the death penalty for murder on December 18...
JANUARY 1, 2020Belarus
DEATH PENALTY
Article 24 of the constitution reads that
Article 24 of the constitution reads that "the death penalty...
JANUARY 1, 2020Pakistan
DEATH PENALTY
Pakistan sanctions the death penalty for 27 offences
Pakistan sanctions the death penalty for 27 offences
JANUARY 1, 2020Saudi Arabia
DEATH PENALTY
Saudi Arabia follows a strict interpretation of Islamic law
Saudi Arabia follows a strict interpretation of Islamic law
JANUARY 1, 2020Pakistan
DEATH PENALTY
PAKISTAN: ‘PRESIDENT REJECTED 513 MERCY PETITIONS OF DEATH ROW PRISONERS IN LAST FIVE YEARS’
Pakistan is among the five most prolific executioners in the world with 487 executions in the last three years, while the president has rejected 513 mercy petitions in the last five years, a report launched on April 11 has found.
JANUARY 1, 2020Canada
DEATH PENALTY
Canada abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes in 1976, after a nine-year moratorium.
Canada abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes in 1976, after a nine-year moratorium.
JANUARY 1, 2020Marshall Islands
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Republic of Marshall Islands (1979) under Section 6(1) states
The Constitution of the Republic of Marshall Islands (1979) under Section 6(1) states
JANUARY 1, 2020Montana
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection. The
The method of execution is injection. The
JANUARY 1, 2020Georgia
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Congo - Brazzaville
DEATH PENALTY
Murder, treason, spying and offences against the State are capital crimes.
Murder, treason, spying and offences against the State are capital crimes.
JANUARY 1, 2020Chad
DEATH PENALTY
In Chad, new penal code entered into force
In Chad, new penal code entered into force
JANUARY 1, 2020Alabama
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Brazil
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Brazil said
The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Brazil said
JANUARY 1, 2020Hong Kong SAR China
DEATH PENALTY
Hong Kong, a special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China, has been abolitionist since 1993.
Hong Kong, a special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China, has been abolitionist since 1993.
JANUARY 1, 2020Samoa
DEATH PENALTY
Samoa commenced formal measures to abolish the death penalty on January 16, 2004
Samoa commenced formal measures to abolish the death penalty on January 16, 2004
JANUARY 1, 2020Maldives
DEATH PENALTY
Premeditated murder, attempted assassination of the President...
Premeditated murder, attempted assassination of the President...
JANUARY 1, 2020Lithuania
DEATH PENALTY
Lithuania abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1998...
Lithuania abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1998...
JANUARY 1, 2020Niger
DEATH PENALTY
Capital crimes are: premeditated murder, torture, aggravated theft, treason and offences against the State. Niger has not imposed the death penalty since 1976.
Capital crimes are: premeditated murder, torture, aggravated theft, treason and offences against the State. Niger has not imposed the death penalty since 1976.
JANUARY 1, 2020Norway
DEATH PENALTY
Abolitionist for common crimes since 1905, Norway has been fully abolitionist since 1979.
Abolitionist for common crimes since 1905, Norway has been fully abolitionist since 1979.
JANUARY 1, 2020Portugal
DEATH PENALTY
Portugal abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes in 1867 and became totally abolitionist in 1976.
Portugal abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes in 1867 and became totally abolitionist in 1976.
JANUARY 1, 2020Greece
DEATH PENALTY
Greece abolished the death penalty as a punishment applicable to offences defined in the Greek Penal Code in 1993.
Greece abolished the death penalty as a punishment applicable to offences defined in the Greek Penal Code in 1993.

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JANUARY 1, 2020South Sudan
DEATH PENALTY
The Republic of South Sudan gained independence from Sudan on 9 July 2011
The Republic of South Sudan gained independence from Sudan on 9 July 2011
JANUARY 1, 2020Moldova
DEATH PENALTY
Moldova abolished the death penalty for all crimes in December 1995...
Moldova abolished the death penalty for all crimes in December 1995 but the Constitution retains it for crimes committed during war or with an inevitable threat of war.
JANUARY 1, 2020San Marino
DEATH PENALTY
San Marino abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes in 1848 and fully abolished it in 1865.
San Marino abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes in 1848 and fully abolished it in 1865.
JANUARY 1, 2020Indiana
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020South Carolina
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Ireland
DEATH PENALTY
Ireland abolished the death penalty in 1990.
Ireland abolished the death penalty in 1990.
JANUARY 1, 2020Angola
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution approved in 1992 abolished the death penalty.
The Constitution approved in 1992 abolished the death penalty.
JANUARY 1, 2020Finland
DEATH PENALTY
Finland abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes in 1949, and for all crimes in 1972.
Finland abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes in 1949, and for all crimes in 1972.
JANUARY 1, 2020Vatican City
DEATH PENALTY
The Vatican formally abolished the death penalty from its constitution in 2001.
The Vatican formally abolished the death penalty from its constitution in 2001.
JANUARY 1, 2020Serbia
DEATH PENALTY
Serbia abolished the death penalty for all crimes on February 26, 2002
Serbia abolished the death penalty for all crimes on February 26, 2002
JANUARY 1, 2020Georgia
DEATH PENALTY
Georgia abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1997.
Georgia abolished the death penalty for all crimes in 1997.
JANUARY 1, 2020North Carolina
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Panama
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Republic of Panama (1972) at Art. 3 states:
The Constitution of the Republic of Panama (1972) at Art. 3 states: "There is no death penalty."
JANUARY 1, 2020Nicaragua
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Republic of Nicaragua (1987) at Art. 23 states:
The Constitution of the Republic of Nicaragua (1987) at Art. 23 states: "The right to life is inviolable
JANUARY 1, 2020Paraguay
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of Paraguay (1992) at Art. 4,
The Constitution of Paraguay (1992) at Art. 4, "The Right to life," states in part: "The death penalty is abolished."
JANUARY 1, 2020Puerto Rico
DEATH PENALTY
The prohibition of the death penalty is enshrined in the 1952 Bill of Rights, incorporated in Article II of the Constitution.
The prohibition of the death penalty is enshrined in the 1952 Bill of Rights, incorporated in Article II of the Constitution.
JANUARY 1, 2020Liechtenstein
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty was abolished for all crimes in 1987.
The death penalty was abolished for all crimes in 1987.
JANUARY 1, 2020El Salvador
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty was abolished in El Salvador in 1983 for all crimes
The death penalty was abolished in El Salvador in 1983 for all crimes
JANUARY 1, 2020Suriname
DEATH PENALTY
Aggravated murder premeditated murder and treason are capital crimes.
Aggravated murder premeditated murder and treason are capital crimes.
JANUARY 1, 2020Uruguay
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay (1967) at Art. 26 states: ‘the death penalty shall not be applied to anyone.’
The Constitution of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay (1967) at Art. 26 states: ‘the death penalty shall not be applied to anyone.’
JANUARY 1, 2020Peru
DEATH PENALTY
Peru has been abolitionist for common crimes since 1979, when the last execution was held.
Peru has been abolitionist for common crimes since 1979, when the last execution was held.
JANUARY 1, 2020Denmark
DEATH PENALTY
Denmark has been abolitionist since 1978.
Denmark has been abolitionist since 1978.
JANUARY 1, 2020New Jersey
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Connecticut
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Tajikistan
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty was retained for five crimes:
The death penalty was retained for five crimes:
JANUARY 1, 2020Mongolia
DEATH PENALTY
On 3 December 2015, Mongolia’s parliament voted in favour of a new Criminal Code
On 3 December 2015, Mongolia’s parliament voted in favour of a new Criminal Code that abolishes the death penalty for all crimes
JANUARY 1, 2020Andorra
DEATH PENALTY
Article 8 (3) of Andorra’s Constitution states:
Article 8 (3) of Andorra’s Constitution states: "The death penalty is prohibited."
JANUARY 1, 2020Israel
DEATH PENALTY
The country has been abolitionist for ordinary crimes since 1954.
The country has been abolitionist for ordinary crimes since 1954.
JANUARY 1, 2020New Mexico
DEATH PENALTY
On July 1, 2009, new laws go into effect around the country.
On July 1, 2009, new laws go into effect around the country.
JANUARY 1, 2020Chile
DEATH PENALTY
The death penalty for ordinary crimes was abolished in 2001.
The death penalty for ordinary crimes was abolished in 2001.

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JANUARY 1, 2020Maryland
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Lesotho
DEATH PENALTY
Murder, rape and treason are capital crimes.
Murder, rape and treason are capital crimes.
JANUARY 1, 2020Equatorial Guinea
DEATH PENALTY
President of Equatorial Guinea, Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, has signed the resolution 426 which states that
President of Equatorial Guinea, Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, has signed the resolution 426 which states that
JANUARY 1, 2020St. Lucia
DEATH PENALTY
Murder and treason are capital crimes.
Murder and treason are capital crimes.
JANUARY 1, 2020Mali
DEATH PENALTY
Death sentences are given in Mali for serious crimes such as assassinations...
Death sentences are given in Mali for serious crimes such as assassinations...
JANUARY 1, 2020Illinois
DEATH PENALTY
On March 9, 2011, Gov. Pat Quinn abolished the death penalty
On March 9, 2011, Gov. Pat Quinn abolished the death penalty
JANUARY 1, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - The execution of a juvenile offender was postponed for a month.
IRAN - The execution of a juvenile offender was postponed for a month.
JANUARY 1, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - 8 men executed at Rajai-Shahr prison on January 1
IRAN - 8 men executed at Rajai-Shahr prison on January 1
JANUARY 1, 2020Gambia
DEATH PENALTY
GAMBIA ANNOUNCES ‘MORATORIUM’ ON DEATH PENALTY
Gambian President Adama Barrow announced a suspension of the death penalty in his country, in a break from the former regime of the dictator Yahya Jammeh.
JANUARY 1, 2020Iran
DEATH PENALTY
IRAN - January 1, 2020 marks the 48th day since the Iran protests began.
IRAN - January 1, 2020 marks the 48th day since the Iran protests began.
JANUARY 1, 2020New York
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Vermont
DEATH PENALTY
Vermont has not executed anyone since 1954
Vermont has not executed anyone since 1954
JANUARY 1, 2020Cook Islands
DEATH PENALTY
On November 8, 2007, the Cook Islands Crimes Amendment Bill...
On November 8, 2007, the Cook Islands Crimes Amendment Bill...
JANUARY 1, 2020São Tomé & Príncipe
DEATH PENALTY
The Constitution of the Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe...
The Constitution of the Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe...
JANUARY 1, 2020Kansas
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020South Dakota
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020United States
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Pfizer Blocks the Use of Its Drugs in Executions.
USA - Pfizer Blocks the Use of Its Drugs in Executions.
JANUARY 1, 2020Colorado
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020New Hampshire
DEATH PENALTY
The method of execution is injection.
The method of execution is injection.
JANUARY 1, 2020Congo - Kinshasa
DEATH PENALTY
Under Article 1 of the Constitution, the human person is sacred and inviolable
Under Article 1 of the Constitution, the human person is sacred and inviolable
JANUARY 1, 2020Governo Federale degli Stati Uniti
DEATH PENALTY
Method of execution: Under the 1988 federal death penalty law, no method of execution was provided in the statute.
Method of execution: Under the 1988 federal death penalty law, no method of execution was provided in the statute.
JANUARY 1, 2020Florida
DEATH PENALTY
USA - Florida. The James Dailey Case
USA - Florida. The James Dailey Case

January 2020

EGYPT: MAN SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR KILLING 7-MEMBER FAMILY

NIGERIA: THREE SENTENCED TO DEATH BY HANGING IN OSUN

USA - Washington. Senate Passes Bill to Formalize Repeal of Capital Punishment.

GEORGIA (USA): HOURS BEFORE HE WAS TO BE EXECUTED, JIMMY FLETCHER MEDERS WAS GRANTED CLEMENCY

UAE: DEATH PENALTY FOR WHITE WEAPON KILLER IN AJMAN

INDONESIA HANDS DRUG-DEALING CONVICT DEATH SENTENCE

USA - Virginia. Senate passed SB 116 to bar the death penalty for severe mental illness

IRAN - Mohsen Khojasteh was hanged at Lakan prison, in Rasht, on January 30, 2020.

BELARUS: PARLIAMENT TO LOOK INTO DEATH PENALTY ABOLITION

SUDAN: SEVEN PEOPLE SENTENCED TO DEATH IN SOUTH DARFUR

EGYPT: 3 SENTENCED TO DEATH OVER FAILED ASSASSINATION

BAHRAIN: THREE BANGLADESHIS SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR KILLING COMPATRIOT

USA - California. Jury recommends death sentence for Hernan Rodriguez

USA - Death Row USA Fall 2019: Death row prisoners continue to decline

LAOS: EIGHT MEMBERS OF MR. X DRUG RING SENTENCED TO DEATH

INDIA: CHILD RAPIST SENTENCED TO DEATH

NIGERIA: MARYAM SANDA SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR KILLING HUSBAND

IRAN - Peyman Sheikhi hanged in the prison of Raja’i Shahr on January 27.

SOMALIA: AL-SHABAB ANNOUNCES IT PUBBLICLY EXECUTED THREE SOLDIERS

JAPAN: HIGH COURT SCRAPS MAN'S DEATH SENTENCE OVER 2015 MURDERS OF FIVE

IRAN - 2 men, Kh. Gh. and A. Gh., hanged in Chaharmahal Bakhtiari Province on January 27

SUDAN: 15-YEAR-OLD SENTENCED TO DEATH

IRAN - 5 prisoners were executed at Rajai-Shahr prison on January 26

IRAN - Sobhan Karimi was hanged at the prison of Zanjan on January 26

BANGLADESH: 3 SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR KILLING YOUTH

NIGERIA: TWO ROBBERS SENTENCED TO DEATH BY HANGING IN ADO-EKITI

INDIA: CONDEMNED PRISONERS CANNOT FIGHT DEATH PENALTY ENDLESSLY (SUPREME COURT)

USA - Pennsylvania. Prosecutors will not seek the death penalty for a fourth time against Robert Fisher.

USA - Nevada. Paul Browning becomes the 168th person exonerated from death row.

USA - California. Israel Ramirez Guardado sentenced to death

IRAN: 106 WOMEN EXECUTED UNDER ROUHANI

IRAN - Isa Zamin Gerefteh, known as “the Crocodile of the Persian Gulf”, hanged in an unknown prison on January 23.

IRAN - Isa Bashgardi was hanged in the prison of Minab on January 23

SAUDI ARABIA: EXECUTION OF DRUG SMUGGLER OF AMPHETAMINE PILL IN TABUK

INDIA: MAN AWARDED DEATH PENALTY FOR RAPING, KILLING OWN MENTALLY UNSOUND DAUGHTER

NIGERIA: COURT SENTENCES 22-YEAR-OLD MAN TO DEATH BY HANGING IN KANO

BANGLADESH: FOUR SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR KILLING OF BUSINESSMAN IN BRAHMANBARIA

IRAN - Urmia: Three Death Row Prisoners Taken Back to Ward.

IRAN - Massih Hatami hanged on January 23, at the prison of Bandar Abbas.

IRAN - Javad Alilou was hanged on January 23, at the prison of Bandar Abbas.

USA - Florida. Supreme Court Reinstates Non-Unanimous Death Sentence.

SAUDI ARABIA: EXECUTION OF A DRUG TRAFFICKER IN AL-JOUF

BANGLADESH: 5 EX-COPS SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR KILLING

KUWAIT: DEATH PENALTY UPHELD FOR KUWAITI ACCUSED OF BEATING CHILD TO DEATH

EGYPT: FIVE PRISONERS EXECUTED FOR MURDER

SAUDI ARABIA: EXECUTION OF A SAUDI FOR MURDER IN THE JAZAN REGION

BANGLADESH: 10 ISLAMISTS SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR 2001 BOMBING

JAPAN: GOVERNMENT POLL SHOWS 81% APPROVE DEATH PENALTY

IRAN - Bayram Gholikhani was hanged at Tabriz Prison on January 21

USA - California. Judge Michael A. Smith sentenced Charles Merritt to death.

USA - California. Judge Michael A. Smith sentenced Charles Merritt, 62, White, to death.

USA - Pennsylvania. Christopher Williams Exonerated.

IRAN - Raman Mohammad Amini was hanged in Tohid Prison (Bandar Abbas) on January 20.

IRAN - Sarollah Mirshekari hanged in Shiraz on January 20

IRAN - List of 106 women executed under Rouhani

AFGHANISTAN: OFFICIALS SAY TALIBAN KILL 6 MEMBERS OF SAME FAMILY

SAUDI ARABIA: EXECUTION FOR MURDER IN RIYADH

TUNISIA: EIGHT SENTENCED TO DEATH OVER BOMBING THAT KILLED 12 PRESIDENTIAL GUARDS

TEXAS (USA): JOHN GARDNER EXECUTED

EGYPT: FIVE PRISONERS, INCLUDING A WOMAN, WERE EXECUTED FOR PREMEDITATED MURDER

SAUDI ARABIA: SUPREME COURT ORDERS RETRIAL OF EGYPTIAN ENGINEER SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR DRUG TRAFFICKING

SAUDI ARABIA: EXECUTION FOR MURDER IN AL-MAKHWAH GOVERNORATE, AL-BAHA

NIGERIA: APPEAL COURT SENTENCES THREE TO DEATH BY HANGING FOR ARMED ROBBERY AND CULPABLE HOMICIDE

USA - Tennessee. Correction Officials Ask for Clemency for Nick Sutton.

USA - Florida. Barry Davis resentenced to life without parole

EGYPT: AHMED SALIM SHAKER OMAR EXECUTED FOR A TRIPLE MURDER

SAUDI ARABIA: EXECUTION OF TWO SMUGGLERS OF AMPHETAMINE PILLS IN TABUK

MYANMAR: MAN SENTENCED TO DEATH BY HANGING FOR LOVE TRIANGLE MURDER

IRAN - Two men (Heshmat Sheikhani + unk) were hanged on January 16 at the prison of Borujerd

USA - Georgia. Hours before he was to be executed, Jimmy Fletcher Meders was granted clemency

EGYPT ORDERS RETRIAL OF MONKS SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR BISHOP'S MURDER

THE EU STRONGLY OPPOSES EXECUTION OF INMATES IN SOMALILAND PRISONS

USA - Texas. John Gardner, 64, White, was executed.

MALAYSIA: DEATH PENALTY WON’T BE TOTALLY ABOLISHED, COMMITTEE TELLS VICTIMS’ FAMILIES

SAUDI ARABIA: EXECUTION OF A SAUDI FOR MURDER IN THE JAZAN REGION

IRAN - Two brothers, Darioush and Danesh Darvishpour, executed on January 15, at Urmia.

SOMALILAND (SOMALIA): SIX CONVICTS EXECUTED FOR MURDER AND TERRORISM

IRAN - A man (not identified) was hanged at Vakilabad prison on January 14, 2020

PAKISTAN: COURT OVERTURNS DEATH PENALTY FOR EX-PRESIDENT