Oregon Gov. Kate Brown commutes sentences of state's 17 death row inmates


Democratic Gov. Kate Brown of Oregon announced on Tuesday she is commuting the sentences of the state's 17 inmates on death row, noting that their sentences will be changed to life in prison without the possibility of parole.

Brown, who is set to leave office next month, said her order will take effect on Wednesday.

"I have long believed that justice is not advanced by taking a life, and the state should not be in the business of executing people — even if a terrible crime placed them in prison," Brown said in a statement.

https://www.foxnews.com/us/oregon-go...th-row-inmates


Now I wonder if the Judge is going to cover the ongoing expenses for the 17 people.