FILE - Glynn Simmons reacts as Judge Amy Palumbo approves his "actual innocence" claim during a hearing at the Oklahoma County Courthouse, Dec. 19, 2023, in Oklahoma City, Okla. (Doug Hoke/The Oklahoman via AP, File)

FILE - Glynn Simmons steps out of the courthouse after Judge Amy Palumbo approved his "actual innocence" claim during a hearing at the Oklahoma County Courthouse, Dec. 19, 2023, in Oklahoma City, Okla. (Doug Hoke/The Oklahoman via AP, File)