The punishment for murder can range from no jail time (in the form of suspended sentences, probation) all the way to execution. The penalty for attempted murder can range from no jail time up to life imprisonment. The *potential* sentences already are almost identical.
The specific punishment given varies case by case based on degree, prior record and other aggravating and mitigating factors. There's not really a true average sentence since every case is different and each defendant is different. You have to look into the details of each case before you can attempt to compare them.
A first time, first-degree murder convict might very likely spend less time in prison that a repeat felon found guilty of attempted murder. Just looking at the sentences and not noting the details of the crime and the defendant is useless.
It's complicated.
You also might want to take into consideration voluntary manslaughter. It's intentional killing, just not premeditated. 'Heat of the moment' type stuff. People convicted of it usually only do a couple years. It has a MUCH lower max than attempted murder.
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@OP they can't charge you with a crime you didn't commit. The sentences really ARE almost identical and often depend on the judge and whomever else happens to be handling said case.
IIN I think attempted murder should be punished the same as murder?
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The punishment for murder can range from no jail time (in the form of suspended sentences, probation) all the way to execution. The penalty for attempted murder can range from no jail time up to life imprisonment. The *potential* sentences already are almost identical.
The specific punishment given varies case by case based on degree, prior record and other aggravating and mitigating factors. There's not really a true average sentence since every case is different and each defendant is different. You have to look into the details of each case before you can attempt to compare them.
A first time, first-degree murder convict might very likely spend less time in prison that a repeat felon found guilty of attempted murder. Just looking at the sentences and not noting the details of the crime and the defendant is useless.
It's complicated.
You also might want to take into consideration voluntary manslaughter. It's intentional killing, just not premeditated. 'Heat of the moment' type stuff. People convicted of it usually only do a couple years. It has a MUCH lower max than attempted murder.
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@OP they can't charge you with a crime you didn't commit. The sentences really ARE almost identical and often depend on the judge and whomever else happens to be handling said case.