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Or you could just read the post above yours. May not be hard evidence but it makes sense to me as to why capital punishment isn't a deterrant.

When I was young - a long time ago - I was in favour, but not any more. Apart from any moral considerations I simply don't believe it works. Capital punishment isn't a deterrent. Many murders are committed in a fit if range and possible execution wouldn't be a deterrent for these people. And...