The case of Axel Rudakubana, convicted of murders committed at the age of 17, has ignited debate about the appropriate sentencing of young offenders. Due to his age at the time of the crimes, Rudakubana could not receive a life sentence or a whole life order. This legal limitation has prompted discussions about how the justice system should handle serious crimes committed by minors, balancing the need for punishment with considerations of age and potential for rehabilitation, and raising questions about justice for the victims.
Source: ICLR