United States Virgin Islands death penalty referendum, 1978

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Start date November 7, 1978

A referendum on the death penalty was held in the United States Virgin Islands on 7 November 1978, in response to a decree by the Governor of the Islands. He requested a non-binding consultative referendum be held in conjunction with the next general election.

Results

Voting Question:

Which of the following statements best represents your view on capital punishment?

(1) I favor capital punishment for all persons convicted of first degree murder.

(2) I favor capital punishment only for those persons convicted of first degree murder of a law enforcement officer, or murder committed in the perpetration or attempt to perpetrate rape.

(3) I oppose capital punishment for any crime.

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United States Virgin Islands death penalty referendum, 1978 Wikipedia

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