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Originally Posted by SMG
Perhaps they may consider that as he rid the world of a terrorist, he should be given a light sentence?
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They won't because the sentences are mandatory. Judges don't have the the ability to give an entirely different sentence at a whim. They must meet the minimum sentences set by law. Additionally the Armed Forces are not afforded an exemption from this. You also don't get an exemption if the victim was someone we don't especially care for.
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Originally Posted by Pierre
Not quite, although for serious offences sentencing in a court martial does align with civilian courts, in exceptional circumstances the court martial can vary.
It all depends on the pre- sentencing report and how good his defence is, and how compelling any mitigation is.
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K. I did wonder if the Military Courts used the same guidelines. The reports I have seen have also estimated 15 years (presumably he'll be out in half).