Capital murder is one of the most controversial topics in this country. It 's a very two sided argument, many people have their own opinion on the topic. It is a sensitive topic for some people because, personal feelings and emotions really come into play when discussing the death penalty. There are a vast amount of reason that serve great for being against it but, there is also just as many fantastic reasons as of why we should keep using capital murder. There are those who believe that no human being, no matter how much power or jurisdiction they have, should not have the ability and power to take away another persons life. And there are those who believe that anyone who commits crime such as murder, rape, and treason should be automatically sentenced to death without hesitation. One of the most common and most important reasons that is commonly used in the argument of the death penalty is, irrevocable mistakes. Reports say that there have been over 150 people in the last few years that have been taken from death because they were wrongfully convicted, and found innocent. Many people may not want to believe, but facts are that many innocent people have been convicted and executed. Imagine being taken from your home …show more content…
Perhaps the most important factor in determining whether a defendant will receive the death penalty is the quality of the representation he or she is provided. In many cases, the appointed attorneys are underpaid or lacking the trial experience required for death penalty cases. Almost all defendants in capital cases cannot afford their own attorneys. There have even been instances in which lawyers appointed to a death case were so inexperienced that they were completely unprepared for the sentencing phase of the trial. The right to an attorney is a vital part of the American judicial system. It is essential that the attorney be experienced and have access to the resources needed to fulfill his or her obligations to the client and the