Michigan Appeals Court: Parents of Mass Shooter Can Face Manslaughter Trial

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MAR 2023

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The Spin

Right narrative

This case will set a terrible precedent by charging people for not being able to predict the future. Crumbley’s parents might have made some bad decisions but holding them — or any parents — criminally liable for the actions of their child could take the justice system down a dark road.

The Washington Examiner

Left narrative

The court was very clear that this is a unique situation, and it doesn’t expect parents to be held accountable for their child’s actions in every possible case. What these charges accomplish is setting the precedent that those who facilitate the committing of a heinous crime — be it the parents of the perpetrator or someone else — will have to face the consequences.

CNN