What is the minimum sentence for a murder conviction unless compelling circumstances are shown?
CLEAN : Pistorius sentence fair and just: legal expert

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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15 years imprisonment
Life imprisonment
10 years imprisonment
20 years imprisonment
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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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
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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
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