State v. Pulfrey

SABERS, Justice.

[¶ 1] Pulfrey appeals a life sentence for first-degree manslaughter as unconstitutional cruel and unusual punishment. We affirm.

FACTS

[¶ 2] On the evening of October 15, 1993, Pulfrey and Wendy Powell, his girl friend of eight years were at their home watching-television and drinking alcohol. They got into an argument, which escalated into a physical fight, with both parties striking each other. At some point, Pulfrey claimed Wendy bit him on the leg. He became very angry and hit and kicked Wendy multiple times in the chest and abdomen. Pulfrey dragged Wendy to the door and…