Mississippi DA In Curtis Flowers Case Recuses Himself After 6 Trials

Mississippi DA In Curtis Flowers Case Recuses Himself After 6 Trials

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Doug Evans, the District Attorney, recused himself from the Curtis Flowers case after criticism of his handling, including prosecutorial misconduct and racial bias in jury selection. Flowers, accused of a 1996 quadruple murder, faced a long legal battle with multiple overturned convictions. A podcast, 'In the Dark,' highlighted the case, drawing national attention. Despite systemic issues in prosecutorial accountability, Evans faced no sanctions. The case's future now lies with Mississippi's Attorney General, Lynn Fitch, who has yet to decide on a retrial.

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What actions did Doug Evans take regarding the Curtis Flowers case?

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How did the podcast 'In the Dark' contribute to the Curtis Flowers case?

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What were the reasons for the Mississippi Supreme Court to overturn three of Flowers' convictions?

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What concerns were raised about Doug Evans' behavior during the trials?

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What is the current status of Curtis Flowers' potential retrial after Doug Evans' recusal?

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