Brain Development Research Undermines Death Penalty for 18-Year-Olds

An opinion piece in the New York Times argues that neuroscience showing the brain is not fully developed until the mid-20s should inform death penalty sentencing for 18-year-olds. The claim is based on established science but is presented as advocacy, not a legal or policy change. This matters as it could influence ongoing legal debates and potential legislative or judicial reconsideration of juvenile sentencing standards.