A person convicted of a third felony can be sentenced to life imprisonment based on
A) repeat felony offending.
B) the three strikes provision.
C) the writ of mandamus.
D) unpaid bail.

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The three strikes provision is a law that allows individuals who have been convicted of a third felony to be sentenced to life imprisonment. This provision is meant to deter repeat offenders and keep them off the streets. A person can be sentenced to life imprisonment even if their third felony is non-violent. Therefore, the correct answer is B) the three strikes provision.

A Person Convicted of a Third Felony Can Be Sentenced