Gigi Jordan : ` ` I made the decision I was going to end my life and Jude 's life '' Jude Mirra , 8 , who was autistic , died from painkillers , other drugs , prosecutors say . The defense says the desperate mother aimed to protect her son from a sexually abusive father . In this case, it is not clear if there were any physical injuries or mental health issues that led to his death.
Gigi Jordan : `` I made the decision I was going to end my life and Jude 's life '' Jude Mirra , 8 , who was autistic , died from painkillers , other drugs , prosecutors say . The defense says the desperate mother aimed to protect her son from a sexually abusive father . Jordan , charged with second-degree murder , faces 15 years to life in prison if convicted .