CLEAN : Pistorius sentence fair and just: legal expert

CLEAN : Pistorius sentence fair and just: legal expert

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Social Studies, Moral Science, Philosophy

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the complexities of sentencing in murder convictions, highlighting the minimum sentence of 15 years and the conditions under which a court might deviate from this. It uses Oscar Pistorius's case as an example, noting his ability to convince the court for a lesser sentence due to factors like remorse and disability. The potential for appeal and the role of public interest versus public opinion in judicial decisions are also explored.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the minimum sentence for a murder conviction unless compelling circumstances are shown?

15 years imprisonment

Life imprisonment

10 years imprisonment

20 years imprisonment

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What must the convicted person demonstrate to deviate from the minimum sentence?

Financial compensation to the victim's family

A good behavior record

Public support

Substantial and compelling circumstances

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which factor was NOT mentioned as a reason for Oscar Pistorius's sentence deviation?

Having a clean criminal record

Being a disabled person

Reaching out to the victim's family

Showing remorse

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential outcome if the case goes to the Supreme Court of Appeal?

The sentence could be reduced

The original sentence could be upheld

The sentence could be increased

The case could be dismissed

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary role of the court according to the final section?

To serve public interest

To serve the media

To serve public opinion

To serve the government