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me283 · 27-09-2005, 11:47

I think jail should be for people who are a danger to society; this woman clearly isn't. I also think jail should be for repeat offenders; I don't believe this woman is. Thirdly, I think prison should be to teach people discipline and respect; I think this lady showed a large measure of both.

Yes, she broke the law, and yes, she should suffer for it. But surely there must be some more fitting punishment? Especially when (as has been mentioned) offenders far more deserving of jail are given more lenient sentences/punishments.

The thing that amazes me is the apparent gusto with which the council have pursued this woman. It would be nice if they were so dilligent in their everyday duties...

27-09-2005, 11:47	#20
me283 Inactive Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Back in England, but not for long... Services: Weddings, christenings, barmitzvahs Posts: 3,422	Re: [merged]Prison for tax protest pensioner I think jail should be for people who are a danger to society; this woman clearly isn't. I also think jail should be for repeat offenders; I don't believe this woman is. Thirdly, I think prison should be to teach people discipline and respect; I think this lady showed a large measure of both. Yes, she broke the law, and yes, she should suffer for it. But surely there must be some more fitting punishment? Especially when (as has been mentioned) offenders far more deserving of jail are given more lenient sentences/punishments. The thing that amazes me is the apparent gusto with which the council have pursued this woman. It would be nice if they were so dilligent in their everyday duties...