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Roper v. Simmons (2005) (Middle School)
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- Last updated: April 4, 2024
- Grade level: Middle School (6-8)
- Theme(s): Due Process and Rights of the Accused, Supreme Court/Judicial Branch
- Issue Area(s): Death Penalty
- U.S. Supreme Court: Not set
- U.S. Constitution: 8th Amendment
This U.S. Supreme Court case tackled the following question: Does the Eighth Amendment prohibit the execution of juveniles who commit capital crimes prior to turning 18 years of age?
It was decided on March 1, 2005.
© 2005 Street Law, Inc.
This resource was developed with support from the Supreme Court Historical Society.
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