if the person has no police file , has never committed a crime, no gang background,has never been arested , and this person kills somebody..how long would (s)he serve in juvi? if there state had the death penalty would that come in to action...what if there state had no death penalty?
2007-08-30 20:09:45 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
The United States does not allow the execution of someone for crimes committed at less than 18 years old.
2007-08-31 07:17:05 · answer #1 · answered by Susan S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The SCOTUS has determined that anyone who commits first degree murder while under the age of 18 cannot be subject to the death penalty, so that is removed as a possible punishment.
The rest of your questions depend on a variety of circumstances, such as, was the individual tried as an adult. Those under 18, even down to 13 (and on occasion lower) can be tried as if they were adults and face whatever punishment an adult in similar circumstances would face for the crime (i.e, life in prison without parole, etc.)
The next question is the degree of murder you are talking about. First degree, second, third and so on. Each has accompanying sentences that will vary greatly from state to state. So that is the final issue of importance -- where has the murder occurred. In the absence of the specifics, your questions cannot be answered, except for the death penalty one.
2007-08-31 09:13:12 · answer #2 · answered by jurydoc 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It seems here in GA it really depends on the severity of the murder, the intent and the age of the kid. Most cases I see the kids are anywhere from 14-17 and I have seen them get a heavy prison sentence but not the death penalty. In those cases juvi isn't even considered.
2007-08-31 03:19:52 · answer #3 · answered by Rosie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends on the situation. there are so many details that this cannot really be answered. this question is too vague.. it also depends on how old the kid is. is he old enough to be trialed as an adult even though he's under 18. what were his intents. there are alot more complications than just background and past crimes
2007-08-31 03:20:20 · answer #4 · answered by jtn 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the circumstances of the crime. Some juveniles have been tried as adults.
2007-08-31 07:35:35 · answer #5 · answered by WC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
After all the evidence and witnesses are collected and questioned, the one that it really buckles down to is the judge or the jury. It is up to them to decide, so it just depends on who you get.
2007-08-31 03:57:28 · answer #6 · answered by m3atcl3aver 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋