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life sentence

American  

noun

  1. a sentence condemning a convicted felon to spend the rest of their life in prison.


Example Sentences

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"We're the ones with the life sentence, he shouldn't really be allowed in society, I can't see how he could ever reform or change."

From BBC

Ortiz, who could face a life sentence, remains in detention and entered her plea on Wednesday in Los Angeles County Superior Court through her attorney.

From BBC

He has maintained his innocence but faces a possible life sentence.

From Los Angeles Times

Addressing him, the trial judge, Mr Justice Kinney, said the offence comes with a life sentence.

From BBC

Extremist preacher Anjem Choudary has lost his attempt to challenge his conviction and life sentence for running a group banned under UK terror laws.

From BBC