Two death row inmates in Japan are suing the government, claiming that the practice of not informing inmates of the time of their execution until only hours beforehand is “inhumane”, local media have reported.
The prisoners aredemanding change and seeking compensation.
The prisoners aredemanding change and seeking compensation.
Death row inmates sue over Japan’s brief notice of execution
Lawyer for two prisoners criticises ‘inhumane’ practice of giving only a few hours’ warning of hanging
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