Henry Montgomery Free, Navigating Society After Decades In Prison

Henry Montgomery Free, Navigating Society After Decades In Prison

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History, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

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Henry Montgomery, sentenced to life without parole at 17, was granted parole after 57 years. His case was pivotal in the Supreme Court's decision to rule mandatory life sentences for juveniles as cruel and unusual punishment, allowing retroactive parole requests. This led to the release of around 800 individuals. Montgomery's release comes with conditions, and his case highlights the evolving legal landscape for juvenile offenders.

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