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Death penalty
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the punishment of killing a criminal, which is officially ordered by a court
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In some jurisdictions, the death penalty is reserved for the most serious crimes, such as murder or acts of terrorism.
Many countries have abolished the death penalty, considering it a violation of human rights and an irreversible form of punishment.
The debate over the death penalty continues to divide opinions, with some arguing for its deterrent effect on crime and others advocating for its abolition due to concerns about fairness and morality.
Despite ongoing controversy, some states in the United States continue to enforce the death penalty as a means of administering justice in certain cases.
Due to his heinous crimes, the serial killer received the death penalty.
