Texas Supreme Court rules Robert Roberson can be executed

Roberson was convicted of capital murder in the 2015 death of his girlfriend's 4-year-old daughter

Court rejects Roberson's argument that his trial lawyer was ineffective

The Texas Supreme Court has ruled that Robert Roberson can be executed for the 2015 murder of his girlfriend’s 4-year-old daughter. Roberson was convicted of capital murder in 2017 and sentenced to death. He appealed his conviction, arguing that his trial lawyer was ineffective. The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals upheld Roberson’s conviction and sentence in 2020. Roberson then appealed to the Texas Supreme Court. The Texas Supreme Court rejected Roberson’s argument that his trial lawyer was ineffective. The court found that Roberson’s lawyer made several strategic decisions that were reasonable under the circumstances. The court also found that Roberson’s lawyer did not make any errors that prejudiced the outcome of the trial. Roberson’s case has been closely watched by death penalty opponents. The Texas Supreme Court’s decision is a setback for those who are hoping to see the death penalty abolished in Texas. However, the decision is not a surprise. The Texas Supreme Court has upheld the death penalty in numerous cases in recent years. The court is considered to be one of the most conservative in the country. The Texas Supreme Court’s decision is a reminder that the death penalty is still a legal punishment in Texas. The death penalty is a controversial issue, but it is one that is likely to remain on the books in Texas for many years to come. ***** **Conclusion** The Texas Supreme Court’s decision to uphold Robert Roberson’s death sentence is a reminder that the death penalty is still a legal punishment in Texas. The death penalty is a controversial issue, but it is one that is likely to remain on the books in Texas for many years to come.