That arson count, for setting a fire in the Warner Bros. backlot, was subsequently dismissed at the request of the prosecution. When asked to sentence Orr to the death penalty, the same jury split eight to four in favor.
The arson count for setting a fire at Warner Bros. backlot was dismissed due to the prosecution's request. In response to sentencing Orr to death, the same jury voted 8-4 in favor of it.