Sara Sharif's father and stepmother received life sentences for her murder, with minimum terms of 40 and 33 years respectively. The judge's remarks emphasized the severe neglect and abuse Sara endured, describing it as torture. He highlighted Sara's vibrant personality, contrasting it with the horrific treatment she suffered. The case also raised concerns about unsupervised homeschooling, as Sara's parents withdrew her from school to hide the abuse. The judge noted the dangers of homeschooling vulnerable children without oversight. Sara's mother, now in Poland, expressed her grief and disbelief at the actions of those sentenced, visiting Sara's grave regularly.