I think the punishment has to be measured in just doses. The punishment aspect has to be measured to the degree of intent.

I appreciate that the judge took into account all the mitigating factors.

Obviously we're disappointed with this decision. My client has instructed me to explore our legal options.

I understand their reaction is based on their personal loss. Revenge and retaliation are never appropriate goals.

Mr. Beauchamp feels horrible about what happened that day.

It would be very difficult, if not altogether impossible, to establish any principle upon which the justice or expedience of capital punishment could be founded in a society glorying in its civilization.