Even in a non-death penalty state like NY, why would the sentence not be life without any possibility of parole for such a heinous murder?
Unbelievable.
According to another article, he pleaded guilty to manslaughter as part of a plea deal. That would explain the shorter sentence.
But why was he offered a plea deal?
http://nypost.com/2014/11/07/man-who-killed-his-family-sentenced-to-45-years-in-prison/
“Holder sentenced Mejia-Ramos – who pleaded guilty to three counts of manslaughter in October — to the 25-year max for Garcia’s death, as well as 20 years each for killing the two little girls. Only one of the 20-year terms runs concurrently.”
Don’t know why only one runs concurrently. Looks like NY law gives slaps on the wrists.
Trick question right? It's New York?