It seems at times that leniency is given to those who are under the influence of drugs or alcohol and commit crimes. It seems unfair to me, but I would like to know what the rest of you think. I have a friend whose cousin, 21, was just sentenced to a prison term of 42 years for stealing cars. Some murderers get less time than that...
2006-11-10 15:33:36 · 11 answers · asked by strap 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
First drugs are illegal so a punishment goes there.
Under the use of drugs an act of crime occurs, may not have if accused was clean.
Consider priors he/she may have.
Then put together a jail term and a drug rehab program.
I would suggest a 3 to 5 year sentence and less time for good behavior.
Yes you are right about a killing being less time. That really stinks.
2006-11-10 16:40:59 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
How many times has this person committed a felony? 42 for stealing a car is a lot of time, but there has got to be more to the story.
As to drug/alcohol related crimes, yes there are rehabilitation programs for these offenders that have proven to be very effective. Yet, if THEY are repeat offenders all rehab is off, and serious jail time must be served.
Good Luck
2006-11-10 23:42:16 · answer #2 · answered by escapingmars 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi, Well, I think the courts have some compassion for addicts who commit crimes the first time and they usually send them to some kind of rehab. After that if they re offend the sentences become more harsh, as they should. Sometimes the addicts won't begin to try to quit until they have reached a low ebb, and jail is a good motivator to quit.
2006-11-11 00:05:32 · answer #3 · answered by sunshinesue_1999 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know what you mean, seems some murder sentences are between 8-12 years.
42 years for stealing cars? Maybe the sentence is right for his crime, I don't know any details.
2006-11-10 23:57:22 · answer #4 · answered by earinfection 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i am sorry for your friend cousin . for him to get 42 years there had to be more to the story . and could have not been the frist time for him . he most of had high points on his crime sheet . and also what state you are in . i know in fla . car stealing frist time holds 42 points. that is just 1 56point's send you to prison . so ask you friend for the rest of the story . but i stell feel for his cousin.
2006-11-10 23:53:24 · answer #5 · answered by destiny r 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do not think what you put into your body (drugs, alcohol, etc.) should alter how you are persecuted! If you made the choice to take drugs and/or drink alcohol, and you do something stupid, then you should have to take full responsibility for your actions. A wise person once told me "a drunk man's words and actions are a sober man's thoughts."
2006-11-10 23:41:06 · answer #6 · answered by kimilou2001 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I know what you mean a friend of mine lost his son in a accident with a drunk driver another boy also died in the wreck and the young man driving received 10 years probation. Two young men died and did the other young many learn anything…no. He is still back to his old ways.
2006-11-10 23:47:11 · answer #7 · answered by wzant1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that it should COMPOUND the crime. I mean, driving is legal - unless you do it drunk!
As far as your friend's cousin goes - I would bet there is more to that story than you know.
2006-11-10 23:42:08 · answer #8 · answered by tigglys 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think they should be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
2006-11-10 23:47:40 · answer #9 · answered by LuNis 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course....any crime that is drug related or drug triggered should have a maximum punishment.
2006-11-10 23:42:02 · answer #10 · answered by alandicho 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋