The death penalty for people convicted of murder continues to draw support from a majority of Americans despite widespread doubts about its administration, fairness, and whether it deters serious crimes.

More Americans favor than oppose the death penalty: 60% of U.S. adults favor the death penalty for people convicted of murder, including 27% who strongly favor it. About four-in-ten (39%) oppose the death penalty, with 15% strongly opposed, according to a new survey.