Arizona Legal Team Urges Reforms of State Death Penalty System, Identifies Broad Problem Areas

CHICAGO, July 17, 2006 – A team of leaders of the Arizona legal community today recommended major reforms in how the state administers the death penalty, based on a comprehensive study that identified four broad problem areas to rectify to ensure a fair and accurate system for every capital defendant.

Arizona Death Penalty Assessment Report
Executive Summary of the Arizona Death Penalty Assessment Report
Full Arizona Death Penalty Assessment Report
Arizona Death Penalty Assessment Team Biographies
Press Release
Audio News Release

Resources
Fact Sheet: Arizona’s Death Penalty Problems and Recommendations
Compliance Charts: Arizona’s Compliance with ABA Policies
Frequently Asked Questions
Arizona Death Penalty Assessment Guide