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Examining two recent cases of police officers committing serious crimes, including the abduction and murder of Sarah Everard, this article scrutinises the application of Whole Life Orders (WLOs) in such instances. Analysing the Couzens and Carrick cases, it assesses judicial interpretations of WLO eligibility and the impact of legal precedents. Proposing legislative reforms, the article advocates for clearer criteria considering misuse of office as a decisive factor, emphasising the need for balanced sentencing that upholds justice and public trust while ensuring the judicious use of WLOs as a last resort.
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