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cathi

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my husband was given a sentence of life plus ten or an attepted murder in 1982. how much time must one serve on such a sentence? very confused. were in california
 


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dsut

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Since he was convicted, I'd say for the whole term. That's my preference. But that's also IF he did it. I know he could be convicted but still be innocent, as I have been there kinda. With todays justice system, life plus ten (I have never head of that, myself) would be atleast 20-30 with good behavior. On the other hand, if it's 10 to life (which I think it most likely is), he could be out in 3 1/2. Just don't count on it. And since it's in California (I think that's where you said it was), no telling. Best to ask a lawyer this.


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