11-03-2012, 10:59 AM
(11-02-2012, 10:12 PM)username Wrote:(11-01-2012, 09:55 PM)Kip Wrote: Good. Teens should be charged as adults in murder 1 and 2 cases. A murder is not a youthful error in judgment.
I disagree. I don't think a 15 y/o is even remotely an adult. Not to say he shouldn't be wildly punished but he's a kid.
I am very curious to know the teens state of mind, mental capacity, and life overall (mitigating circumstances). Just the tip of what the court will consider in determining the level of accountability within the judicial system. Or will the court bend to the pleas and pressure of society to try these kids as adults regardless? There is a lot to consider when it pertains to the law and outside influences in cases that adjudicate a young person to adult level. Something that the general public is not privy to as it is being handle in juvenile court. Sometimes it is reported in the media correctly, but not everything.
I have dealt with both juveniles and adults who could switch places in the world we live/work in. It is so "case by case" its not funny. Personally, any teen who takes the life of a human being (excluding self defense) should be held accountable; just as an adult would be. But I lack the conviction or belief to think that someone at 15 cannot discern the value of life. Especially, those teens familiar to the workings of the criminal justice system.