From Livingston Parish, La.: A maximum sentence has been given to a teenager for the death of her newborn. The teenager, now 15, will remain in custody until her 21st birthday. Details of the case include the discovery of the baby's body in the girl's bedroom.

The case was presented by an assistant district attorney, who provided evidence of the events surrounding the baby's death. Further information about the case is available from the District Attorney's Office. The sentence was handed down by a judge after consideration of the evidence presented.