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Judge Blocks Transfer of Inmates, Cites Due Process Concerns

2/12/2026

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U.S. District Judge Timothy R. Kelly temporarily blocked the Trump administration's plan to transfer 20 former death row inmates granted clemency by President Donald Trump to a Colorado supermax.
He ruled the inmates likely denied due process because their redesignation appeared predetermined.
The government must provide a fair process.
Earlier, Judge Kelly declined to halt the transfer.
He later ordered the government to notify the court before any move.

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U.S. District Judge Timothy R. Kelly temporarily blocked the Trump administration's plan to transfer 20 former death row inmates granted clemency by President Donald Trump to a Colorado supermax.
He ruled the inmates likely denied due process because their redesignation appeared predetermined.
The government must provide a fair process.
Earlier, Judge Kelly declined to halt the transfer.
He later ordered the government to notify the court before any move.