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In reply to the discussion: Murder in the first, murder in the second, and manslaughter. [View all]nadinbrzezinski
(154,021 posts)25. Third or manslaughter
Don't forget the hate crimes the Feds are working on. If convicted under hate crimes it adds to jail term.
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I read that he can't be charged with murder in Florida, because only a grand jury can do that.
pnwmom
Apr 2012
#2
Yes, if he was found guilty of manslaughter and sentenced to real prison time, I would be relieved.
pnwmom
Apr 2012
#16
Good! I've heard some pretty jaw-dropping stories of people getting off because of that law --
gateley
Apr 2012
#10
I didn't realize killing had such a limited punishment, a likely 10 to 15 years is all for
Dragonfli
Apr 2012
#19
Thank-you. My first reaction was to ask that question and here you answered it.
robinlynne
Apr 2012
#39
manslaughter still ruins your life. Ask any of the EMT or emergency vehicle drivers
pasto76
Apr 2012
#41