Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a death warrant scheduling Norman Grim's execution on October 28, 2025 for the 1998 murder of Cynthia Campbell. It is the 15th execution set in the State of Florida this year.

The following information comes from our allies at Floridians for Alternatives to the Death Penalty.

Norman Grim was without state court counsel until four days after his death warrant was signed. His prior defense attorney had retired years ago and never formally withdrew, leaving him unrepresented as the state pursued an execution date. Despite knowing this, Florida pushed forward and violated the most basic principle of justice: that every person deserves meaningful legal representation.

Grim’s newly appointed counsel was given only days to review decades of records and prepare filings. This is not justice. This is a constitutional crisis.

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Call Gov. DeSantis at 850-717-9337 with the following message:

"Hi. My name is [your name]. I am calling to urge Gov. DeSantis to reverse course and halt all plans to execute Norman Grim on October 28. Governor DeSantis purports to follow Catholic teachings, the Pope has made it clear that the death penalty is not consistent with being pro-life. During Respect for Life month, we hope Gov. DeSantis will respect life and stop this execution."

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While most states have moved away from the death penalty, Florida is accelerating executions at an alarming rate. Each warrant signed underscores the state’s embrace of a punishment that is arbitrary, racially biased, and out of step with evolving standards of decency.

We believe in accountability, but true accountability does not require execution. A sentence of life without the possibility of parole protects society while also recognizing the human capacity for redemption and the role of childhood trauma in shaping adult behavior.

Florida does not need the death penalty to be safe. This execution will not make us safer, it will simply add another act of violence to an already tragic story. Justice does not require death.

Please sign the petition asking Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida State Board of Executive Clemency to do everything within their power to stop this execution, including issuing a stay, and seeking a path to clemency in the case.