For death row inmates with severe mental illness, UW Tacoma psychologist contributes to conversation on competency for execution

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A study authored by Assistant Professor I-An "Amy" Su is referenced in a new editorial from Law360 that explores an ongoing debate in court: Does a condemned inmate's mental health diagnosis make it legally or morally permissible to execute them?
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