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Constitutional Law

May 1, 2001

Death Metal

Elysie Marie Pahler was 15 when she was raped, tortured and murdered by three boys who say they were inspired by their favorite band's lyrics. Now - using a novel legal theory - a group of attorneys is hoping to stop the music from harming other children.

        DEATH METAL

        Elysie Marie Pahler was 15 when she was raped, tortured and murdered by three boys who say they were inspired by their favorite band's lyrics. Now - using a novel legal theory - a group of attorneys is hoping to stop the music from harming other children.

        By Joseph Sorrentino
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