Watch Live: Sentencing hearing begins for Aiden Fucci in murder of Tristyn Bailey

Following his guilty plea on Feb. 6 to first-degree murder in the May 2021 stabbing death of 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey, Aiden Fucci, now 16, has returned to court for sentencing.

The case received national attention after evidence showed Bailey suffered 114 stab wounds on May 9, 2021. Fucci was 14 at the time and charged as an adult.

At issue at sentencing:How much of Aiden Fucci's history will be allowed during sentencing in teen's stabbing?

Guilty: Aiden Fucci changes plea in 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey's stabbing death

The reaction:Tristyn Bailey family, others respond to surprise change of plea

Can Aiden Fucci be sentenced to death?

As a juvenile, Fucci is not eligible for the death penalty. He faces a minimum of 40 years and up to life in prison. The judge will have to weigh mitigating factors such as the circumstances of the crime, his mental capacity, upbringing and history, potential for rehabilitation and the impact on the victim’s family.

If sentenced to a life term, the judge can review the possibility of a lighter sentence after serving 25 years, according to Florida law.

During the sentencing phase, the judge can hear victim impact statements as well as from Fucci's family and expert witnesses who for instance can address the teen's mental health. Both the prosecution and defense submitted lists of about 20 potential witnesses who could be called to testify.

This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Aiden Fucci: Sentencing for Florida teen in murder of Tristyn Bailey