Farida
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Anyone have any idea why there’s a murder charge instead of manslaughter?
I’m guessing Texas laws are very different, but this seems like a clear cut manslaughter case to me.
I think I read somewhere that the jury can convict on a lesser charge if they want to.
One more question to anyone that may know. Is sentencing automatic based on conviction, done by jury recommendations or in the hands of the judge based on the state’s guidelines?
Her charges include lesser charges. So she could face manslaughter or negligent homicide. From what I have seen so far premeditated murder is a stretch. Reckless (known as murder two) is also possible
As for sentencing it is usually done by the judge based on state guidelines. Usually juries determine whether or not the person gets the death penalty if it's on the table. But sentencing really varies by state.