In 5-3 decision, the justices set aside Richard Glossip's conviction, saying it may have been based on false testimony.

The Supreme Court on Tuesday threw out the murder conviction and death penalty for Richard Glossip, an Oklahoma man who was found guilty of killing a motel owner but has steadfastly maintained his innocence and averted multiple attempts by the state to execute him.

Louisiana inmate Christopher Sepulvado died Saturday, just over three weeks before he was scheduled to be put to death for his young stepson’s murder in what would have been one of the first two executions in 15 years as the state shifts its posture on capital punishment.