Ethan Crumbley, the teenager responsible for the 2021 Oxford High School shooting in Michigan, could receive a life sentence without parole, according to a judge's ruling.
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Crumbley, now 17, will be sentenced on December 8, 2023, with the possibility of a life sentence or a minimum of 25 to 40 years and a maximum of 60 years.
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In Michigan, adults convicted of first-degree murder typically receive a life sentence, but Crumbley's age at the time of the shooting required a judge's decision during a Miller hearing.
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Judge Kwamé Rowe determined that Crumbley meticulously planned and carried out the shooting, categorizing it as neither impulsive nor reckless.
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The judge disagreed with the assessment that Crumbley was a "feral child" and found only a "slim" chance for rehabilitation.
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Crumbley's defense argued that his parents' neglect and provision of the firearm as a Christmas gift contributed to his actions.
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Factors considered during a Miller hearing include the minor's home life, family environment, character, age, background,
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mental and emotional development, record while incarcerated, circumstances of the crime, and rehabilitation potential.
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Prosecutor Karen McDonald seeks a life sentence for Crumbley, expressing hope that the ruling provides comfort to the victims, their families, and the Oxford community.
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During the 2021 shooting, Crumbley killed four students and injured seven others, detailing his planned attack in a journal.
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Crumbley's parents, James and Jennifer Crumbley, have also been charged with involuntary manslaughter for their son's actions.
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