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Which Way, L.A.?

No More Life Without Parole for Minors?

The US Supreme Court ruled yesterday that life without parole for juveniles is unconstitutional—if they did not kill anyone. Four inmates in California fit the bill. At the same time, there’s an effort to extend the chance for parole in this state - even to juveniles who did kill.

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By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

The US Supreme Court ruled yesterday that life without parole for juveniles is unconstitutional—if they did not kill anyone. Four inmates in California fit the bill. At the same time, there’s an effort to extend the chance for parole in this state - even to juveniles who did kill.

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    Warren Olney

    former KCRW broadcaster

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    Christian Bordal

    Managing Producer, Greater LA

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    Frances Anderton

    architecture critic and author

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    Andrea Brody

    Senior Producer, KCRW's Life Examined and To the Point podcast

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    Elizabeth Calvin

    Senior Advocate, Human Rights Watch

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    Grover Merritt

    Lead District Attorney, San Bernadino District Attorney's Office

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