The Case of Glossop v. Oklahoma

Glossop v. Oklahoma serves as a critical example highlighting the failings of the death penalty system in the United States. Richard Glossop, the manager of a motel, faces execution based largely on the testimony of Justin Sneed, the actual killer who received a plea deal to implicate Glossop. The case raises serious concerns regarding the reliability of witness testimony that is motivated by the prospect of avoiding the death penalty. Significantly, even prominent Republicans have voiced opposition to Glossop's execution, suggesting a rare bipartisan recognition of the case's wrongful conviction elements.