Topic: Patrick O. Kennedy
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Despite gaffe, Supreme Court won't revisit landmark child-rape ruling
Five justices footnote their June opinion about a 'national consensus' against using the death penalty for child rapists.
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Supreme Court sharply limits use of death penalty
In a 5-to-4 ruling, the justices decide child rape isn't a capital offense.
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Should child rapists face death penalty?
The high court will decide if execution for a Louisiana child rapist is constitutional.
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