life imprisonment

noun

1. (in Britain) an indeterminate sentence always given for murder and as a maximum sentence in several other crimes. There is no remission, although the Home Secretary may order the prisoner's release on licence

Example Sentences

He faces a sentence up to life imprisonment if convicted of collusion.

From BBC

Judge Daniel Williams adjourned the case to November 28 for a pre-sentence report to be written and told Sisman: "The only sentence I can pass will be one of life imprisonment."

From BBC

The International Crimes Division of the Ugandan High Court decided not to give Kwoyelo the death sentence or life imprisonment because he was abducted by LRA fighters as a child and turned into a soldier.

From BBC

As The New York Times states in their coverage of Tuesday's arrest, the three defendants could face at least 15 years in prison and a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.

From Salon

Last December, he was sentenced to life imprisonment, with a minimum tariff of 15 years before he can be considered for release.

From BBC