Bottom line: The first-of-its-kind case sets a precedent for the prosecution of minors for violent extremist crimes.
What's happening: A 14-year-old boy from Maine, identified as Jaxon Devine, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for hacking into the US Department of Defense's classified network, 764, which houses sensitive information on cyber warfare and military operations.
What to do: The Department of Justice should review its policies for prosecuting minors for violent extremist crimes, including those involving cyber attacks on critical infrastructure.