‘Iryna’s Law’: North Carolina passes bill named after Charlotte stabbing victim; tightens pretrial rules, might revive executions

Following the tragic stabbing of Iryna Zarutska on Charlotte's light rail, North Carolina lawmakers have passed House Bill 307, known as Iryna's Law. The bill aims to tighten pretrial rules, limit cashless bail, and potentially revive executions in the state. While supporters argue it delivers justice for victims, critics contend it exploits grief and neglects mental health support.

‘Iryna’s Law’: North Carolina passes bill named after Charlotte stabbing victim; tightens pretrial rules, might revive executions
Following the tragic stabbing of Iryna Zarutska on Charlotte's light rail, North Carolina lawmakers have passed House Bill 307, known as Iryna's Law. The bill aims to tighten pretrial rules, limit cashless bail, and potentially revive executions in the state. While supporters argue it delivers justice for victims, critics contend it exploits grief and neglects mental health support.