Women on Death Row

Women on Death Row

“Women on Death Row” tells the stories of America’s most rarefied criminals: women who have been convicted of murder and sentenced to the ultimate punishment—the death penalty. Each episode profiles a harrowing crime and trial through exclusive interviews with the convicted women, witnesses, family members of victims, family members of the convicted women, attorneys, and law enforcement officials. The series also covers the appeals process, including resentencing in some cases, and looks at how new legislation in some states impacts the conditions under which the convicted women live in prison as they await their fate.

Created By

Status

Returning Series

Original Name

Women on Death Row

First Air Date

August 4, 2023

Last Air Date

September 8, 2023

Seasons

1

Episodes

6

Language

English

Production Companies

Networks

A&E

Melissa Lucio
S01E06

Melissa Lucio

On July 10, 2008, Melissa Lucio was sentenced to death for the murder of her 2-year-old daughter, Mariah; the Innocence Project digs into her case and uncovers staggering problems, but authorities show no sign of intervening.

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