On May 1, 2005, Judge Steve David barred the State of Indiana from seeking the death penalty against Zolo Azania. The Court ruled that the 24+ year passage of time prevents Zolo from recieving a fair sentencing hearing. The State has filed an appeal of this ruling and all further activity in the case is stopped until the Indiana Supreme Court reviews Judge David's opinion. It will probably take several months before the Supreme Court hears this appeal.

When we have a date for the oral argument before the Court in Indianapolis we will notify you and urge you to help us fill the courtroom.

See the previously posted legal update for a copy of Judge David's order.