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I am doing a follow up case on the Dadeville shooting in alabama. The suspects were charged with 4 counts of reckless murder. More charges will be filed. Going based off of the 4 counts what is the recommended sentencing based on alabama state law?

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Some general factors that would influence sentencing recommendations include:

• The specifics of the charges (e.g. reckless murder vs. 1st degree murder) and the number of charges. More/lesser charges would impact sentencing.

• Alabama sentencing guidelines which provide ranges for different types of felonies based on offense levels. Reckless murder would likely fall into a higher offense level.

• The criminal history of the offenders. Prior criminal records could increase recommended sentences.

• Circumstances of the crime. Especially aggravating factors could warrant longer sentences.

• Discretion of the judge. Sentencing ultimately comes down to the judge's discretion within the applicable laws and guidelines.

Without knowing the details of the Dadeville shooting case, charges, criminal histories of the offenders, and judge's sentencing philosophy, I cannot determine precise recommended sentences for the 4 reckless murder charges. The sentences could range from many years to potentially life imprisonment, depending on the factors.

The best approach is to review the specific laws on reckless murder sentencing in Alabama, the guidelines, details of the charges and offenders in this case, and decisions in similar previous cases to help determine an appropriate recommendation range for each charge. But there are too many unknowns based on the information provided for me to give more precise recommendations. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

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