CLEAN : Pistorius release in keeping with similar cases: lawyer

The transcript discusses a legal case involving a culpable homicide conviction, comparing the sentence to similar cases and noting its harshness. It explains the standard release practices for offenders and considers the preferential treatment due to media attention. The legal dispute over court authority in potentially convicting the accused of murder is also highlighted.

How does the sentence in this case compare to similar cases?

• It is more lenient than most.

• It is harsher than most.

• It is not comparable to other cases.

• It is exactly the same as most.

What is the standard procedure for release at the 16-point mark?

• Immediate release without conditions.

• Release only if the inmate has behaved well.

• No release is allowed at the 16-point mark.

• Release regardless of behavior.

Why might the Department of Correctional Services be concerned about media during an inmate's release?

• They want to ensure media coverage.

• They are required by law to involve media.

• They are concerned about the safety of the inmate.

• They want to promote the inmate's story.

What is the defense's argument regarding the court's ability to convict?

• The court should send the case back to the lower court.

• The court should convict immediately.

• The court should increase the sentence.

• The court should dismiss the case.

What is the state's position on the court's ability to convict?

• The court should not be involved in sentencing.

• The court must send the case to a higher court.

• The court has no ability to convict.

• The court has the ability to convict and sentence.