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Re: Riots
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Originally Posted by danielf
I've stated several times in this thread that I have absolutely no problem with those actually taking part in the riots/looting going to prison. Sure, it is unacceptable behaviour and needs to be dealt with and deterred. However, I previously listed this case as an example of where a prison sentence seems over the top because this woman was asleep when the looting took place.
Yes, looting = prison. No problem whatsoever.
I had a problem with this case as well as the exorbitant sentences handed down for some instances of inciting (4 years when nothing actually happened e.g.). I expect that sentence to be reduced as well, particularly as I read the other day that another person who called for a coop (or something like that) to be torched, only had to write a letter of apology.
I have never suggested that prison was not appropriate for actual looters.
Oh, and I hope this moron receives a lengthy prison spell as well.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2011/au...tudent-custody |
I think the sentence for receiving was over the top, but not the incitement one - they shouldn't get a lesser sentence because they weren't succesful in their efforts; are we saying incompetent/stupid criminals should be treated more leniently than the ones who manage to carry out the crime?
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