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At Supreme Court, no accord over life sentences for juveniles

After two hours of arguments Monday, Supreme Court justices seem split on whether states can mete out life sentences to juveniles who aren't killers.
Supreme Court case: juvenile offenders serving life in prison

The Supreme Court on Monday takes up two cases that explore the question: Should juveniles convicted of nonlethal crimes be sentenced to life in prison without parole?
Life in prison for criminal teens? Supreme Court to decide.

Two Florida teens were given life sentences without parole for nonlethal crimes. The top court will consider if the punishments are constitutional.

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At Supreme Court, no accord over life sentences for juveniles

Supreme Court case: juvenile offenders serving life in prison

Life in prison for criminal teens? Supreme Court to decide.

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