Retired judge David Dunkin, who was recently dismissed from the role of reviewing Arizona’s death penalty procedures by Governor Katie Hobbs, has spoken out about his findings. Dunkin suggested that executions in Arizona could be carried out more effectively using firing squads. Despite Gov. Hobbs’ stance that this method is not an option, Dunkin believes it is the most humane and least botched option. However, political backlash and lack of access to execution details led to Dunkin’s dismissal from the review. He was denied access to execution dry runs and tax documents related to executions.
Dunkin’s firing has raised questions about the transparency and effectiveness of reviewing death penalty procedures in Arizona. His suggestion for firing squads has sparked a debate about the most humane method of execution. He believes that firing squads provide a quicker and more painless death compared to lethal injection, which has a 7% botch rate. The controversy surrounding Dunkin’s dismissal and his proposition for firing squads highlight the ongoing challenges and ethical considerations surrounding capital punishment in Arizona.
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