Parental Accountability in School Shootings

This chapter examines the legal ramifications faced by a father whose son is implicated in a school shooting, analyzing charges like involuntary manslaughter and child cruelty. It highlights the precedents set by previous cases, questioning the evolving standards of parental responsibility in the context of gun ownership and child mental health. The discussion includes the challenges parents face in addressing their children's troubling behaviors and the societal implications of neglecting such signs.