Gov. Brad Henry extended a stay of execution for an Oklahoma death row inmate Thursday so authorities could continue to review evidence in his case.
Jeffrey David Matthews was scheduled to be put to death on July 20, but at the request of defense attorneys, Henry agreed to extend the stay and a new execution date has been set for August 17.
Matthews was originally scheduled to be executed in June for a 1994 murder conviction, but a stay of execution was granted after his attorneys asked for time to review fingerprint evidence. This week, the defense requested a 2nd stay, saying more time was needed for authorities to review new fingerprint impressions of individuals it contends are potential suspects in the case.
Source: News9, July 15, 2010
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