The Importance of Federal Habeas Review as a Means to Challenge Florida's Death Penalty Sentencing and Drug Possession Statutes

Authors

Donna L. Eng, University of Florida Levin College of LawFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

Winter 2011

Abstract

The importance of Federal habeas review of Florida's death penalty and drug possession statues should become apparent in light of the current legal and political landscape surrounding Florida's death penalty scheme. When a State is unable to independently comply with the mandates of the United States Constitution, the citizens of that State have no option other than seek redress in Federal court.

Recommended Citation

Donna Eng, The Importance of Federal Habeas Review as a Means to Challenge Florida’s Death Penalty Sentencing and Drug Possession Statutes, Fla. Defender, Winter 2011, at 34, 36.