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11. Some details and opinions

Abuse as in domestic, sexual... I consider a violent crime.
I consider DUI repeat offenders violent criminals.
I consider idiots that shoot guns in the air on New Years violent criminals.
IMO reckless driving repeat offenders are violent criminals.

I don't quite know where to draw the line in terms of dollars for prison. It's something I would consider in certain circumstances. Billion dollar Ponzi scheme probably. A couple bad checks for a few hundred not so much.
(Abagnale, Jr goes to prison. While awaiting trial he can have bail in an amount equal to what he's been charged for but they probably shouldn't take his personal check. )

While I'm willing to give some leeway to victimless crimes, if an activity results in harm to someone else then prison should remain as an alternative punishment to fines and community service.

Yes and no:
In my mind, your third arrest for > 30 MPH over the speed limit in a populated area even if no injuries or property damage sends you to jail.
If harm means physical harm then for certain.
If harm means, I stole your lawn mower then restitution should be required and some community service, maybe mowing lawns.

"ban the box"

An unfamiliar term????


Most drug offenses should get you the equivalent of a parking ticket. End the war on drugs.
If you're making a living selling drugs, you should have the same licensing requirements that exist for making a living selling guns: federal and state license, pay taxes...

Criminals will repeat their crimes if there is no deterrent and if they know that they won't be held accountable.

Actually, I believe criminals will repeat crimes unless a reasonable alternative exists. Crime is a gamble. The problem part of the gamble is getting caught. Drug dealers get sent to county lockup for 23 months and get paroled then go back to dealing again.


IMHO, prison is a societal burden not only because it is expensive and dangerous but also because it needs to be humane and maintaining and ensuring humane conditions requires oversight, dedication and infrastructure that is now either inadequate or non-existent. Prison followed by release without reform and followup support is counterproductive.