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Suspended Sentence for Weed Burning Tragedy | Butte News
A man in Helena got a shocking 15-year suspended sentence after pleading guilty to negligent homicide following a horrific incident where a woman suffered over 80% third-degree burns while burning weeds on his property. Though the prosecution initially sought 10 years, the judge handed down a harsher term — with the full sentence deferred, meaning he’s free now but must follow strict rules or face prison. The case underscores how ordinary actions can spiral into tragedy, and how the legal system balances justice with circumstance. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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