Crime
Station:
A&E (US)
Status:
Running
Start:
2019-04-30
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Kids Behind Bars: Life or Parole tells the individual stories of eight previously convicted child offenders sentenced to mandatory life terms, without parole, who are now seeking resentencing on the heels of a recent United States Supreme Court ruling. While some may be resentenced to life, others could be immediately released or given a new sentence that makes them eligible for parole.
There is no Next Episode of Kids Behind Bars: Life or Parole planned.
S2E8 - The Incorrigibles
This special offers an in-depth, side by side examination of two explosive cases involving juveniles initially sentenced to life without the possibility of parole. On re-examination of the cases, the courts determined that only one of the offenders could be deemed "permanently incorrigible", and that the other should be set free.
Air Date: 30 Sep 2021 21:00 (CDT)
S2E9 - Miguel
Miguel Gaitan is serving a life without parole sentence for the brutal murders of a family of four, committed when he was just 14. Miguel now faces the possibility of release through an upcoming resentencing hearing. But his claims of rehabilitation are complicated by his denial of any participation in the murder.
Air Date: 07 Oct 2021 20:00 (CDT)
S2E10 - The Malvo Effect
This episode chronicles the "DC Sniper" murders, and the battle over sentencing one of the most notorious juvenile murderers in American history. We examine the psychology of Lee Boyd Malvo, hear the perspective of two survivors of his crimes, and follow the dramatic showdown between advocates of juvenile justice reform and those who believe in standing "tough on crime."
Air Date: 07 Oct 2021 21:00 (CDT)