It depends on where the murder is committed as well as how, why, and by what method. Murder has different degrees in some but not all jurisdictions and sentences can range from probation to the death penalty but usually somewhere in between. In some areas a 1st degree murder conviction is a mandatory life without the possibility of parole sentence.
The sentence is: "The girlie used a chainsaw."
"Homicide" refers to a crime involving murder. Example : "The man committed homicide and was arrested and jailed."
The driver was charged with vehicular homicide.
8 to 60 years
There is a legal difference between homicide and manslaughter. Please refer that case to the homicide detectives on the third floor.
He was sentenced to 4 years. He was released after 2 years. The sentence included time for 2 counts of vehicular homicide and 2 counts of leaving the scene of an accident.
They should be capitalized when you are referring to a specific department.
life sentence
The same sentence an 18-year-old would receive.
In Alabama, reckless homicide is classified as a Class B felony. A conviction can result in a prison sentence ranging from 2 to 20 years. Additionally, fines may be imposed, typically not exceeding $30,000. The specific sentence can vary based on the circumstances of the case and the defendant's criminal history.
A 17-year-old charged with DWI and vehicular homicide in Florida could face severe penalties, including a possible prison sentence of up to 15 years for vehicular homicide and additional penalties for the DWI charge. The exact sentence would depend on the circumstances of the case and the judge's discretion.
No. Homicide is the killing of one person by another. A fetus is not legally a person, and so does not count as a second homicide if the mother is killed. Of course, that doesn't mean that the judge can't impose a more severe sentence in such a case, if he decides that the situation warrants it.