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Originally Posted by claytonx
Do you think murders would be reduced if the threat of hanging was brought back. I remember life in prison was voted for instead which does not happen.
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Answer: No.
But you guys must have some form of "real" life in prison. I know we do. The biggest punishment for first degree murder is 25 years before they have a chance to apply for parole. This, of course, doesn't mean they get out of jail after 25 yrs. The parole board can deny parole indefinitely. That seems to equal life to me. ... or at least the possibility of it. And you must have some form of "dangerous offender" status. This means the guy doesn't get out: period.