Supreme Court to Review Texas Death Row Case for DNA Testing

Ruben Gutierrez's execution was halted as the court considers DNA evidence that could prove his innocence in a 1998 murder.

Ruben Gutierrez, on Texas death row, argues DNA testing could exonerate him in the 1998 murder of Escolastica Harrison.
The Supreme Court agreed to hear the case after staying Gutierrez's execution just 20 minutes before it was scheduled.
Prosecutors assert Gutierrez's conviction is supported by a confession and other evidence, claiming DNA requests are delay tactics.
Defense attorneys highlight the absence of physical or forensic evidence directly linking Gutierrez to the crime scene.
Two additional suspects were charged in the case, with Gutierrez convicted under Texas' law of parties for his alleged role.