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Pa. lawmakers break without resolving unconstitutional murder sentences, leaving about 1,000 in limbo

Lawmakers adjourned without addressing how to fix unconstitutional second‑degree murder sentences, leaving roughly 1,000 people uncertain as prosecutors and advocates remain split on reforms.

Published Jul 18, 2026, 6:30 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

By Danielle Ohl

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