Life imprisonment is a legal penalty where a person is sentenced to spend the rest of their life in prison. This punishment is typically given for serious crimes, such as murder or treason, and means the individual will not be released on parole. In some cases, life sentences can be served with the possibility of parole after a certain number of years. The conditions of life imprisonment can vary by country and prison system. Some inmates may have the opportunity for rehabilitation programs, while others may spend their entire lives in solitary confinement. Life imprisonment aims to protect society by removing dangerous individuals from the community.