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December 9, 2016

Supreme Court Rules 4-4 Not to Halt Execution of Alabama Man
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In a split vote Thursday night, the Supreme Court ruled 4 to 4 not to
halt the execution of an Alabama man. Ronald Smith was convicted of
killing a convenience store clerk. His execution comes after the jury in
the case had recommended a life sentence, but a judge imposed capital
punishment.


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