Prosecuting parents
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Parental Responsibility in Crisis
This chapter explores a tragic incident involving a 15-year-old student who exhibited alarming behavior and later carried out a school shooting using a firearm obtained from his parents. It highlights the ensuing legal battle against the parents for their negligence in addressing their son's mental health struggles and securing the weapon. The narrative raises critical questions about the responsibilities of parents and educational institutions in preventing such crises.
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