How many states legalize the death penalty?

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How many states legalize the death penalty?

As of 2007 today .. the death penalty is legal in ... how many states? thanks !!

2007-03-27 14:37:49 · 3 answers · asked by Nicole 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics

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Actually is is "legal" in 37 states. New York State has a de facto moratorium. For the complete list, please visit the Death Penalty Information Center, specifically
http://www.deathpenaltyinfo.org/state/ and scroll down on the right side for the complete list.

2007-03-27 16:49:25 · answer #1 · answered by Susan S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Thirty Eight states as well as the Federal Jurisdiction.

2007-03-27 15:17:46 · answer #2 · answered by Edward Carson 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

it is legal in Az.

2007-03-27 14:42:15 · answer #3 · answered by Jaroo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋