California woman convicted of fatally stabbing boyfriend avoids prison

A California woman, Bryn Spejcher, who was convicted of fatally stabbing her boyfriend more than 100 times during a "cannabis-induced" psychosis, has been spared prison time. Instead, she was sentenced to two years of probation, according to Ventura County Superior Court records.

The decision, made by Judge David Worley, triggered relief from Spejcher and her family, but drew rebuke from the victim's father. Chad O'Melia, the victim, had been dating Spejcher for several weeks before the tragic incident occurred in 2018.

Controversy and emotions

The sentencing has caused controversy, with the victim's father arguing that it set a dangerous precedent. The case, which involved an adverse reaction to marijuana leading to a fatal psychotic episode, has sparked debate and emotions on both sides.