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A judge is weighing next steps in Robert Roberson’s fight for a new trial after his execution was delayed last month.

Roberson’s defense wants a status conference and evidentiary hearing to present new expert testimony challenging shaken baby syndrome science.

The Texas Attorney General’s Office argues it’s premature, saying procedural steps must come first; the judge has asked both sides for more details before deciding.

DALLAS - After avoiding another execution last month, Texas death row inmate Robert Roberson faces yet another roadblock in his pursuit of a new trial.

The back and forth between the state's attorney general's office and Roberson's defense team comes down to timing and procedure.

The judge overseeing the case wants more information from both sides befo

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