The Texas Department of Criminal Justice said that such requests by inmates will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and unless they present a substantial security risk or are “outrageous,” they would work to grant them
HOUSTON — Texas prison officials said Tuesday they don’t plan to formally update their rules after that indicated states must accommodate the requests of death row inmates who want to have their spiritual advisers pray aloud and touch them during their executions.
“By not changing the protocol as to what the pastor can and can’t do, they’re just inviting some future federal judge to stay an execution,” said Seth Kretzer, Ramirez’s attorney. is on death row for killing a Corpus Christi convenience store worker during a 2004 robbery. Ramirez stabbed the man, Pablo Castro, 29 times and robbed him of $1.25.
Roberts suggested states “adopt clear rules in advance” on touching inmates and praying aloud to avoid any execution delays and ensure “the prisoner’s interest in religious exercise.”
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Teen Activists Take on Texas Abortion Bans: 'They Are the Future of Texas'After learning about legislation restricting abortion in her home state of Texas, 17-year-old Annabel Yu founded Change 4 Choice, selling merch to fundraise for Planned Parenthood. The latest in our FutureIsMs series, from SayItForwardNow:
Read more »
Texas A&M baseball outslugs No. 8 TexasJack Moss hit for the cycle and Dylan Rock had a grand slam as Texas A&M outslugged...
Read more »
12 most popular glamping destinations in Texas, according to GlampingHubFrom tipis to treehouses — Texas has some unique glamping options.
Read more »
DCG Mining Subsidiary Foundry Joins Texas Blockchain Council to Help Shape Crypto Public Policy – Bitcoin NewsThe DCG mining subsidiary, Foundry Digital, announced the company has joined the Texas Blockchain Council (TBC).
Read more »
Wildfire threat puts parts of Texas, U.S. Plains on alertThe potential for significant wildfires fueled by parched vegetation in parts of Texas and the U.S. Plains put the region on high alert on Tuesday as gusty winds and bone-dry humidity were in the forecast.
Read more »
Wildfires causing smoky haze across North Texas skiesSmoke from several active wildfires across Texas is putting those with respiratory conditions at risk. MedStar reported a significant jump in the number of patients having trouble breathing. Officials say this problem might last a couple more days and are advising anyone with respiratory issues to stay inside until the haze clears.
Read more »