away from the victim.
That would be a mistake.
The death of a child is devastating regardless of the circumstances surrounding it.
Behind every crime statistic is a person.
Psychology
The teenager who died had a family, friends, interests, memories, and plans. Her absence affects people who loved her and may continue affecting them for the rest of their lives.
No prison sentence can return a child to her family.
That reality should remain central whenever society debates the appropriate punishment for the person responsible.
Justice isn’t only about what happens to an offender.
Crime & Justice
It is also about recognizing the person whose life was lost.
How a Conflict Can Become a Catastrophe
Another uncomfortable lesson from cases involving teenage violence is how quickly ordinary disagreements can escalate.
Young people inevitably experience conflict.
Child Care
Arguments happen at school.
