1978 United States Virgin Islands death penalty referendum
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A referendum on the death penalty was held in the United States Virgin Islands on 7 November 1978,[1] 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
editVoting 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.
| Choice | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| Option 1 | 6,760 | 41.52 |
| Option 2 | 2,243 | 13.78 |
| Option 3 | 7,280 | 44.71 |
| Invalid votes | 5,550 | |
| Total | 21,833 | 100 |
| Source: Direct Democracy | ||
References
edit- ^ United States Virgin Islands, 7 November 1978: Death Penalty Direct Democracy (in German)