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Jennifer Crumbley Found Guilty of Involuntary Manslaughter in Landmark Case

The conviction of Jennifer Crumbley for her role in her son's school shooting marks a pivotal moment in legal accountability for parents.

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PONTIAC, MICHIGAN - FEBRUARY 6: Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of Oxford, Michigan high school shooter Ethan Crumbley, exits from the courtroom in Oakland County Circuit Court after the jury found her guilty on four counts of involuntary manslaughter on February 6, 2024 in Pontiac, Michigan. This is the first time in U.S. history that a parent has been convicted of involuntary manslaughter for a mass school shooting committed by their child. Her husband, James Crumbley, goes on trial in March for the same charges. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Jennifer Crumbley was convicted on four counts of involuntary manslaughter for her son's 2021 school shooting in Oxford, Michigan.
  • The case sets a precedent for holding parents criminally responsible for their children's actions.
  • Ethan Crumbley, the shooter, was previously sentenced to life in prison without parole.
  • The conviction has sparked discussions on parental responsibility and gun ownership.
  • Jennifer Crumbley's sentencing is scheduled for April 9, while her husband, James Crumbley, awaits trial.