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Center · Read · October 21, 2026

Oct 20 · Alabama governor spares death row inmate Toforest Johnson

Alabama Reflector: Gov. Kay Ivey commutes death sentence of Toforest Johnson

Grade A (100/100). Full case history

Lehrer score 100/100 (no deductions). Fixed scale: 90+ A, 80s B, 70s C, 60s D, under 60 F → A.

No lapses found in the text we read. Fullest legal history; AG's office position included.

Agrees: Commuted; 10-2 jury; $5,000 witness payment

Splits: Fullest legal history; AG's office position included

  • Met. No lapses found in the text we read.

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