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In Santa Clara County, recent criminal justice developments include a sentencing and a juvenile court ruling in high-profile violent cases. A San Jose father was sentenced to 25 years to life for the murder of his infant daughter. Separately, a juvenile court judge found a teenager responsible for second-degree murder in a fatal stabbing at Santana Row. Additional countywide safety discussions have taken place within the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA), focusing on transit security and rider conduct to enhance public safety on transit systems. Key points this week: - San Jose father sentenced to 25 years to life for killing his 8-month-old daughter - Juvenile court holds a teenager responsible for second-degree murder in Santana Row stabbing - VTA reviewed crime statistics and discussed updates to security measures and customer conduct policies What to watch: Ongoing VTA efforts to implement “progressive” security measures and mental health training for transit officers may influence future crime prevention strategies countywide.

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