TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida House gave final approval to a bill that would eliminate a requirement for unanimous jury recommendations before judges can impose death sentences.
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The measure was drafted after a jury did not unanimously recommend the death penalty for Parkland school shooter Nikolas Cruz.
Cruz was sentenced to life in prison instead.
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Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to sign the bill.
However, opponents say it’ll likely face a constitutional challenge.
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Channel 9 will continue to monitor the bill and provide updates on Eyewitness News.
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