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The Sensible Sentencing Trust states that there were at least 75 murders in New Zealand in 2009.
Because its considered murder.
WRAL Murder Trials - 2003 Jason Williford Sentencing arguements Jason Williford Sentencing was released on: USA: 7 June 2012
WRAL Murder Trials - 2003 Ryan Hare Murder Trial Ryan Hare Sentencing was released on: USA: 14 September 2010
No, murder is murder, regardless of the age of the viictim. However, sentencing for a serious crime such as murder is a complex process. The judge will consider mitigating and aggravating factors, as well as the history of the defendant in coming to a sentencing decision. The fact that the victim was a child may be an aggravating factor, leading to a harsher punishment.
New Zealand does not have degrees of homicide, only three categories- murder, manslaughter, and infanticide. The punishment for both murder and manslaughter is a "life" sentence, however parole means the offender will spend less time in prison.
The sentencing guidelines for 2nd degree murder vary greatly by the area. Some countries allow up to the death penalty while others may limit it to 25 years to life in prison.
If convicted of capital murder in Texas, and they do not receive the death penalty then it will be life without parole.
First degree murder: premeditated and intentional killing of another, and culpable mental state. Second degree murder: knowingly killed someone.
Sentencing for murder is complex and depends on a number of factors. In serious felony cases, such as murder, both sides will undergo intense sentencing recommendations and investigations. Whether or not the defendant successfully asserts a defense or mitigating factor will have a huge impact.
WRAL Murder Trials - 2003 Jason Williford Sentencing Arguements Defense Closing Arguments Pt 1 was released on: USA: 6 June 2012
WRAL Murder Trials - 2003 Jason Williford Sentencing Arguements Defense Closing Arguments Pt 2 was released on: USA: 6 June 2012