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FAQ About the Derek Lee Felony Murder Ruling

August 27, 2026

Philadelphia stands out for its approach for revisiting felony murder in Pa.

Philadelphia stands out for its approach for revisiting felony murder in Pa.

August 17, 2026

Pennsylvania ended automatic life sentences for felony murder. Here’s what happens next.

Pennsylvania ended automatic life sentences for felony murder. Here’s what happens next.

August 17, 2026

Pennsylvania Struck Down Mandatory Life Without Parole for 2nd-Degree Murder. What Comes Next?

Pennsylvania Struck Down Mandatory Life Without Parole for 2nd-Degree Murder. What Comes Next?

July 31, 2026

Jul. 25: Coalition for Parole Justice Annual Cookout

Jul. 25: Coalition for Parole Justice Annual Cookout

July 16, 2026

Probation | Parole | Pre-trial Detention

July 10, 2026

Jul. 11: Coalition for Parole Justice Monthly Community Meeting

Jul. 11: Coalition for Parole Justice Monthly Community Meeting

June 29, 2026

How Will Pennsylvania Respond to its Supreme Court Striking Down Mandatory LWOP for Felony Murder Convictions?

June 25, 2026

Family members, advocates demand action after second-degree murder ruling

Family members, advocates demand action after second-degree murder ruling

April 29, 2026

I overcame a life without parole sentence. Now, more than 1,100 more are poised to join me in Pa.

I overcame a life without parole sentence. Now, more than 1,100 more are poised to join me in Pa.

April 27, 2026

“I’ve been following the work of the Abolitionist Law Center for quite a long time. If we’re going to begin the process of eliminating structural racism, we certainly have to start with prisons.”

Angela Y. Davis

Abolitionist Law Center
P.O. Box 23032
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
info@alcenter.org