Traditional and social media around the nation are exploding with the news of last night’s botched execution of convicted murderer Clayton Lockett. Lockett died after the State of Oklahoma, using a new and untested drug combination, aborted the procedure when it was clear that the execution was not proceeding as planned. News reports and witnesses relate … [Read more...] about Botched Execution in Oklahoma
Archives for April 2014
The Legislative Session isn't over yet – We must stay vigilant!
We are in the final stages of the 2014 Legislative Session and we here at KCADP have spent the bulk of our time fighting against a poorly thought-out bill -- Senate Substitute for House Bill 2389. This bill intended to accelerate the death penalty execution process. Its own process through the legislature involved a "gut-and-go" maneuver where the language from an … [Read more...] about The Legislative Session isn't over yet – We must stay vigilant!
KCADP is Springing into Action!
Check out our Spring Newsletter to see what we have been up to! Mary Sloan, Executive Director, will give you an update on this year’s legislative session. Donna Schneweis, Board Chair, reflects on the reality of sending innocent people to prison and death row. We share the stories of a few innocent men, all spent years in prison, some spent time on death row, and all … [Read more...] about KCADP is Springing into Action!
Advocate Update for HB 2389
Thank you all so much for your strong advocacy against Senate Substitute for HB 2389! As a result of many calls for the House to have its voice heard on this very important issue, here’s what happened Saturday: A motion by Representative Rubin to adopt the Conference Committee report to "agree to disagree" on HB 2389 did NOT prevail, … [Read more...] about Advocate Update for HB 2389
Curtis McCarty to speak at Donnelly College!
Curtis McCarty: Death Row Exoneree Shares his experience at Donnelly College Donnelly College and the Archdiocese of Kansas hosts a talk and discussion with Curtis McCarty who will share his experience as an Oklahoma Death Row Exoneree on Tuesday, April 8th at 6:00pm. This talk will take place at the Donnelly College Community Event Center, 608 N 18th St, KCK 66102 … [Read more...] about Curtis McCarty to speak at Donnelly College!