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The death penalty or capital punishment is a legal penalty in the United States, used by the federal government and states as the ultimate form of punishment for certain severe crimes. However, the use of this form of punishment varies widely across the country, with some states employing it frequently, others rarely, and still others having abolished it altogether. It is a topic of intense debate and scrutiny, with proponents arguing for its deterrent effect and justice delivery, while critics point to potential miscarriages of justice, human rights issues, and questions about its deterrent value. State-wise Distribution of the Death…