Victim’s Constitutional Right To Be Heard Denied

Last week, an Oregon jury sentenced Randy Guzek to death for murdering Rod and Lois Houser in their home. It is the fourth jury to send Guzek to death row; Guzek has successfully appealed previous death sentences on procedural and technical grounds.

On June 16 and 17, Former Sherman County District Attorney, and OAA Executive Director, Tara Lawrence was in Bend, Oregon, for the closing and verdict.  Lawrence was present to show support for the victims' surviving family members.  “I feel it is important to ensure that Oregonians better understand the death penalty and the importance of supporting survivors of crime. Support for members of the law enforcement team that investigate and prosecute these difficult cases is important as well,” said Lawrence. [ Read More ]