06/25/2026
California has paused executions, but the death penalty remains law.
Many people are surprised to learn that Los Angeles County has historically been one of the largest contributors to California’s death row population. The death penalty is a costly, decades-long process that has been shaped by documented racial disparities and the risk of irreversible mistakes.
Swipe through to learn more about the facts behind capital punishment in California and why many advocates, legal professionals, and community members continue to support ending the death penalty once and for all.