Prosecutors invoke gender stereotypes in capital cases against women
October 28, 2026
October 28, 2026
ITHACA, New York, Oct. 28 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Prosecutors invoke gender stereotypes in capital cases against women
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In 2001, Brenda Andrew was convicted of murdering her husband, and in 2004 she was sentenced to death.
But 21 years later, the Supreme Court found that prosecutors' evidence about her sex life, appearance and perceived failings as a wife and mother could be unduly prejudicial, . . .
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Prosecutors invoke gender stereotypes in capital cases against women
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In 2001, Brenda Andrew was convicted of murdering her husband, and in 2004 she was sentenced to death.
But 21 years later, the Supreme Court found that prosecutors' evidence about her sex life, appearance and perceived failings as a wife and mother could be unduly prejudicial, . . .