G2:  I think we lock-up individuals such as Kip Kinkle for life because we simply don't know what else to do with them.  At one time they may have been executed and it would have been "over and done with."  That's no longer the case.  Rehabilitation? OK, I'm a firm believer in rehab...BUT, are there some crimes and some individuals "beyond" our faith in rehabilitation?  IMO, there are and I feel Kip qualifies.  I agree he needs to serve his "term"  .......it may be sad....but it is far sadder for the victims and their families and friends.  Gary Crum