Breaking down the charges and sentences Zimmerman is facing

SANFORD, Fla. — As jurors deliberate George Zimmerman's fate in his murder trial, WFTV has broken down the charges of second-degree murder and manslaughter.

Zimmerman is accused of shooting and killing 17-year-old Trayvon Martin in Sanford in February 2012. He has maintained the shooting was in self-defense.

For either conviction, the state must prove Zimmerman is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Second-Degree Murder

• The state must prove Zimmerman killed Martin and it was an intentional killing that was not premeditated or planned.
• If Zimmerman convicted of second-degree murder, he will face up to life in prison.
• If the 10-20-Life Law is taken into consideration, a second-degree murder conviction means Zimmerman will have to serve a minimum 25 years in prison.

Manslaughter

• The state must prove Zimmerman committed an act that caused death.
• If Zimmerman is convicted of manslaughter with a firearm, he could be sentenced to a maximum of 30 years in prison.
• Under the 10-20-Life Law, a manslaughter conviction means Zimmerman will have to serve a minimum of 25 years in prison and face a maximum of life in prison.

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