life sentence

A sentence that imprisons the convicted criminal for life — though in some jurisdictions the prisoner may become eligible for release on good behavior, rehabilitation, or the like. [Cases: Sentencing and Punishment 1020, 1055. C.J.S. Criminal Law § 1468.]

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词条贡献者

译员Terence，毕业于国内顶尖法学院，擅长翻译有关能源和自然资源领域的法律文件。