Check out the 10 most outrageous mandatory minimum sentences, highlighting the complexities of the justice system.

DENVER (KDVR) — A Douglas County sentencing in a deadly DUI crash is sparking renewed calls to toughen Colorado’s laws — including a push for a mandatory 10-year prison sentence for anyone convicted ...

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has abolished mandatory life sentences without parole for second-degree murder. The court ruled that mandatory life sentences for this crime are a form of "cruel ...

Advocates for changes to the laws say mandatory minimum sentencing does not allow a judge to consider unique circumstances surrounding a case. Gwen Levi walks with her head held high down a busy ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Ohio lawmakers are intensifying efforts to combat the spread of fentanyl by proposing stricter penalties for drug dealers. State Rep. Phil Plummer, a former Montgomery County ...

For nearly a decade, Derek Lee had been serving a life sentence for his role in a Pittsburgh murder. Then, last month, he called his attorney. “They overturned your case,” the lawyer said. “Your ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. DES MOINES, Iowa — The Iowa House Judiciary Subcommittee advanced a bill on Thursday that would extend the mandatory minimum ...

The court decision could give more than 1,000 inmates in Pennsylvania a chance at parole, according to advocates.

Philadelphia DA backs bill to end mandatory life sentences after court ruling Philadelphia, PA - A shift in Pennsylvania’s ...