The other 37 states do uphold the death penalty. But this was not always the case for W.Va. Sophomore, James Dalton, feels that the death penalty is not the answer to all problems because the innocent can be convicted too. On the other hand, Junior Patty Hughes feels that the death penalty should be issued. It does depend on the crime whether someone should get the death penalty or not.
Murder is a very serious crime.
They should issue it in that case. Many people agree with the death penalty, while many do not. It is up to the individual to decide where they stand on this issue. But before one can come to their decision of where they stand, it is only rational to make sure that they understand all the facts.