Georgia execution delayed for hearing under new law that may reduce sentence
Summary
A Georgia judge delayed the execution of Stacey Humphreys to hold a hearing under a new Georgia law that could reduce his sentence because he was abused as a child. The law allows courts to reconsider sentences when the prisoner can show their crimes relate to past abuse.Key Facts
- Stacey Humphreys was convicted of killing two women in 2003 and was scheduled to be executed.
- The execution was paused to allow a hearing under the Georgia Survivor Justice Act.
- This law helps prisoners who suffered abuse get their sentences reviewed for possible reduction.
- Humphreys' lawyer said he was severely abused as a child, which influenced his crimes.
- The judge said he might reverse the delay if a higher court rules Humphreys doesn't qualify for the hearing.
- A parole board recently denied clemency (an official pardon or sentence reduction) for Humphreys.
- Humphreys committed the crimes by forcing the victims to withdraw money before killing them.
- He fled from police and was arrested in Wisconsin after a chase.
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