My brother-in-law says he found my stepsister hanging in their basement last April. Last month he was arrested for murder. The police say the marks on her neck were not consistent with a hanging, but with ligature strangulation. Everyone thinks of my brother-in-law as a big sweet teddy bear and my stepsister had a lot of insecurity and anger problems. No one was shocked to here she killed herself, we were only surprised by her method, so I don't know what to think. If he did it, it wasn't planned. There wasn't even any insurance money, but he did have a girlfriend. If convicted, how much time will he get?
2007-01-26 09:02:43 · 7 answers · asked by ? 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
He has no criminal record. He was known to be the calm, stable one in their family.
We are in Ohio.
2007-01-26 09:27:44 · update #1
I'm sorry to say this, but he will probably get at least 20 years. I don't see a lifetime sentence though from the significant doubts in the case, and from what you've said, I would help him get an appeal.
2007-01-26 09:15:08 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Each criminal offense under the laws of your state has a minimum and maximum sentence.
Some offenses even include life plus X number of additional years.
There are circumstances which exist that even with a life sentence, parole is a possibility. However, if the sentence is life without parole....you're stuck in prison until death!
The circumstances of the case and the demeanor, background, and history of the brother in law are also a determining factor during sentencing.
Bottom line....I would certainly attend his trial and get all the facts as presented by the prosecution and defense and then maybe you'll understand a bit more!
Best wishes!
2007-01-26 17:22:05 · answer #2 · answered by KC V ™ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what charges are filed, whether it is 1st or 2nd degree murder. Lots of factors. The main thing is that if he is guilty of this crime, he needs to spend time away from society. I am not much of a believer in the rehabilitative effects of prison.
It is more of a time-out for people who can't live in decent society without hurting and preying on others who don't deserve it.
2007-01-26 18:27:23 · answer #3 · answered by Lt. Dan reborn 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Life most likely. Depends on the state, but that would be the guideline.
2007-01-26 17:23:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If they prove that it was premeditated, the usual is 25 years to life.
2007-01-26 17:30:28 · answer #5 · answered by Jack 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably 20-30 years. he'll serve close to 20 at least
2007-01-26 17:21:08 · answer #6 · answered by Zderickz 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Murder, Life or possible the Death Penalty.
2007-01-26 17:17:00 · answer #7 · answered by leaving.florida 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋