[5] Martin was housed in the Jefferson County jail until late May 1957; as her execution was set for May 31, she was transferred to Kilby Prison, where Alabama's electric chair was located.
Eight days before her execution, Martin gave an interview in which she said, "Well, you've never seen anybody who was ready to sit down in the electric chair.
[7] Seven hours prior to her execution, Martin had a last meal consisting of a hamburger, mashed potatoes, cinnamon rolls, and coffee.
[8] On October 11, 1957, Martin was led to Alabama's electric chair while she held a Bible in her hand.
Martin was reportedly calm but quietly weeping at her execution as she recited the 23rd Psalm alongside the prison chaplain.
[5][7] Martin's execution featured a slight mishap prior to the time she received the first shock, as her executioners threw the switch activating the electricity before the electrodes were ready for use.
Martin had to wait several minutes until the electric cycle was finished before authorities could complete her execution.
[5] In 1956, Martin had expressed a desire for her body to be sent to an unspecified "scientific institution" for autopsy, so scientists could analyze her and find out why she committed her crimes.