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comments, ephemera, speculation, etc. (protected political speech and personal opinion) 2020- 2020-08-07 d The Punishment Fits the Crime? Utah BLM protesters could get
life in prison for splashing paint
- Demonstrators allegedly caused thousands of dollars’ damage - Charges include gang enhancement: ‘It feels retaliatory’ Some Black Lives Matter protesters in Salt Lake City could face up to life in prison if they are convicted of splashing red paint and smashing windows during a protest. The potential punishment stands out among demonstrators arrested around the country and critics say it does not fit the alleged crime. The felony criminal mischief charges are more serious because they carry a gang enhancement. Prosecutors said on Wednesday that was justified because the protesters worked together to cause thousands of dollars in damage, but watchdogs called the use of the 1990s-era law troubling, especially in the context of criminal justice reform and minority communities. “This is so far beyond just the enforcement of the law, it feels retaliatory,” said Madalena McNeil, who is facing a potential life sentence over felony criminal mischief and riot charges. Charging documents say she bought red paint at a Home Depot before the 9 July demonstration sparked by a fatal police shooting ruling. She later yelled at and shifted her weight as if to slam into police during the demonstration, charges state. (read more) ______________________ Permission is hereby granted to any and all to copy and paste any entry on this page and convey it electronically along with its URL, ______________________ |
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