Citation

Juv. Fam. Law Dig. 2012; 44(1): 2-6.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2012)

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Abstract

The article focuses on Florida appellate court and the U.S. Supreme Court decisions regarding felony murder where the juvenile defendant did not actually commit the murder. The article further discusses the three factor approach adopted by the Florida appellate court in order to evaluate the circumstances in a non capital case. The Florida appellate court concludes that the trial court must have an element of discretion in order to prevent cruel and unusual sentences. INSETS: Frequently Asked Questions;Did You Know?.