What is the legal definition of a life sentence?
Full Question:
I was watching a story on A&E and someone was sentenced to life + 99 years. Isn't life in prison until you die? how does this word I am just wondering if you can help me to understand.
09/27/2007 |
Category: Criminal ยป Sentences |
State: Arkansas |
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Answer:
A person must be sentenced for each crime they are convicted of committing. In this case, the person more than likely was being sentenced for multiple crimes, each with a life sentence.