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lwop
What does lwop mean?
A sentence of life with no parole date, pronounced 'L-wop.'
"An LWOP sentence means he'll die inside barring clemency."
Origin
Initialism for Life Without Parole.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'LWOP' mean?
LWOP stands for Life Without the possibility Of Parole, a life sentence with no parole date.
How is 'LWOP' pronounced?
It's pronounced 'L-wop,' spelling out the L and then saying 'wop.'
Can someone with LWOP ever get out?
Only through extraordinary measures like clemency, a commutation, or a successful appeal. Under the sentence itself there is no parole and the person is expected to die in prison.
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