October 16, 2009
Washington-Area Sniper to Ask for Clemency
FAIRFAX, Virginia -- The attorney for convicted sniper John Allen Muhammad says he plans to ask for clemency for his client who is scheduled for execution next month. An announcement on attorney Jonathan Sheldon's law firm's website says he plans to file the clemency request next week with Gov. Timothy Kaine. Sheldon also plans to file an appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court. Kaine previously has said he's unlikely to grant clemency but would review Muhammad's request.Click Here For The Full Story......