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April 1, 2026
Subramanyam Vedam's Murder Conviction Overturned, Deportation Hearing Continues
- Subramanyam Vedam, who spent 40 years in prison, had his murder conviction overturned, with a judge citing his rehabilitation and family connections during the deportation hearing.
- Vedam, a legal permanent resident since childhood, faces potential deportation due to prior drug convictions despite being exonerated of murder.
- The Department of Homeland Security has one month to appeal the judge's decision, while Vedam's attorney plans to seek his release on bond.
4 Sources
- His murder conviction was overturned after 40 years. His next fight is to stay in the USApr 1, 2026 at 8:00 AM · CNN
- Judge rules against Indian citizen's deportation after Pennsylvania murder conviction is overturnedApr 2, 2026 at 4:07 PM · AP
- Judge Blocks Deportation of Man Who Was Detained by ICE After ExonerationApr 2, 2026 at 7:21 PM · NYT
- Judge blocks deportation of man who spent 40 years behind bars before exonerationApr 2, 2026 at 7:57 PM · Independent