03-01-2016, 11:25 AM
(03-01-2016, 11:19 AM)HairOfTheDog Wrote: Without prosecution -- as you propose Gunnar -- the teen would get off scot free.So go after his parents for not locking up the guns dumb ass. Leave the kid out of it. Do you really think there is a risk of him ever providing a gun to another friend? Or has this scarred him enough already?
A plea deal resulting in a stint in juvie and probation, reduction to a misdemeanor charge, community service and a fine....all would be the result of a prosecution.
What you're proposing now conflicts with your previous drum banging, "don't pass new laws about locking guns up, enforcing the existing laws and responsible gun ownership is all that's needed!"
Well, the kid stole a gun from his irresponsible parents and it was used to kill two people. Now, you say, "hey, screw the existing laws, it's just a teen thing and the guilt is punishment enough." Pffft.