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In the days before April 27th, our instagram, along with others, were posting phone numbers and information about how to contact Texas’ Gov. Abbot, requesting he grant clemency to Melissa Lucio- a woman who was set to be put to death. The outcry and calls worked and her life has, thus far, been spared. There’s additional good news- not only will she not be murdered by the state, but her appeals are being reviewed which could lead to a new trial and possible release! So, before her next hearing, let's take a look back at her case to understand why there was such an outcry surrounding her possible death and what chance she may have of being cleared of all wrong-doing.
Episode Host: Alisha Holland
Melissa Lucio
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Sources
Hulu - “The State of Texas vs. Melissa” | Melissa Lucio: Courts will look at these 4 claims to help decide if she gets a new trial or stays on death row - CNN | Valley Morning Star - 05.10.2014 Captured | Melissa Lucio: 10 Facts You Should Know About This Innocent Woman Facing Execution | Melissa Lucio - Wikipedia | What's Next for Melissa Lucio, Texas Woman on Death Row | Should Melissa Lucio be saved execution for killing her kid, as Kim K. claims?