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Where were the parents when this "limited capacity" 13 yr old was getting pregnant?
If she has limited capacity she is probably functioning at 12 or under. I would not be leaving a 12 yr old (or younger) alone with a teenage boy. I realize you cannot watch kids 24/7 but for pity's sake - you can teach a 10 yr old to abstain - at least until they are physically able to handle a pregnancy or the emotional ramifications of sexual intercourse.
I believe there does need to be a trial. I am hoping the boy does not recieve the maximum penalty. I also hope that the newborn is placed with more able parents. IF as people are saying - the boy is acting at a young enough age that he didn't know what he was doing - then how is he going to be able to care for an infant.
This is a sad situation. I am glad I am not a responsible concerned party. It would be difficult to be playing any role in this drama. I hope that the judges are fair and that the boy, girl, and parents stand up and take proper responsibility.
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"Always learn the rules so that you can break them properly." Dalai Lama
My Karma just ran over your Dogma. 
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