Summary
In a 2012 case heard by the Delaware Superior Court, a death sentence was vacated. This judicial action occurred after expert testimony demonstrated that the defendant's severe heroin addiction, coupled with withdrawal symptoms and cognitive limitations, compromised his capacity to knowingly waive Miranda rights. Consequently, the confession provided was deemed unreliable.
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A 2012 Delaware Superior Court case resulted in the vacating of a death sentence. This outcome was based on expert testimony that demonstrated the individual's heroin addiction, the effects of withdrawal, and cognitive limitations. These conditions were found to have prevented the individual from knowingly waiving their Miranda rights, leading to the determination that the subsequent confession was unreliable.
Summary
In a 2012 Delaware Superior Court case, a death sentence was overturned. This happened after experts testified that the individual's heroin addiction, withdrawal symptoms, and limited thinking abilities meant that a Miranda waiver was not understood. As a result, the individual's confession was considered unreliable.
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In 2012, a Delaware court case changed a death sentence. This happened because experts explained that the person was addicted to heroin and was going through withdrawal. The person also had trouble thinking clearly. Because of these issues, the person did not truly understand their rights when talking to the police. This also meant that what the person said could not be fully trusted.