1.   It might also be argued that the mandatory life sentence makes a substantial contribution to public safety.

2.   Murder carries a mandatory life sentence.

3.   And it carries a mandatory life sentence just the same.

4.   Both Padilla and Rodriguez face mandatory life in prison, said the lead prosecutor, Jonathan D. Schwartz.

5.   -- Longer minimum sentences for repeat offenders and mandatory life sentences for the third conviction of a violent crime.

6.   A conviction of first-degree murder would have meant a mandatory life sentence.

7.   A first-degree murder conviction would have meant a mandatory life sentence.

8.   Duffy, who presided over that trial as well, has postponed sentencing, although the top crimes for which Yousef was convicted carry a mandatory life sentence.

9.   Each murder charge against Tulloch carries a mandatory life sentence without parole.

10.   First-degree murder carries a mandatory life sentence.