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I am not a judge or lawyer, however I believe it depends on the state mandates and the discretion of the judge. I also believe it can be as high as life imprisonment without the possibility of parole, or in some states the death penalty depending on the situation. Bottom line, as it is written, " Thou shalt not kill." Good advise!
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 9y agoFor a first degree murder you can get life imprisonment. However, this will also vary depending on previous convictions that one may have had.
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∙ 15y agoIt depends on the case. Some people can get the death penalty, while some can get 25 years to life in prison.
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∙ 14y agoIt can be up to life imprisonment, and for those states with the death penalty, it could mean a sentence of death.
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∙ 9y agoSentencing is case specific. for more information, check out this link: http://criminal.findlaw.com/criminal-charges/first-degree-murder-penalties-and-sentencing.html
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∙ 14y agoFor First Degree Murder - you could get up to life in prison, and in many states the death penalty.
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∙ 13y agoLife or a death sentence.
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