Measure 11

Provides description of Measure 11, including descriptions of the crimes, sentences, and treatment at various ages.
General Information
Ballot Measure 11

Measure 11 Handout

Provides short overview of Measure 11.
Handout

Case scenarios - You be the Judge

Gives students Measure 11 scenarios in which they must determine the charge and the sentence under Measure 11.
Lesson Plan

State of Oregon v. Thorp (2000)

Thorp, age 16, was convicted of 2nd degree rape for having sex with his 13 year old girlfriend and was sentenced to 75 months in jail.
Case Study
Lesson Plan
Opinion

State v. Fermin-Velasco (2002)

Discusses whether Measure 11 is unconstitutional as a form of cruel & unusual punishment.
Case Brief

State v. Kinkel (2002)

Kip Kinkel was sentenced under Measure 11 for the murders he committed at Thurston High School.
Case Brief
Opinion

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