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uppityperson

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4. I think it depends on the individual case, but the older they are, the more likely they should

Reply to Stinky The Clown (Original post)

Sun Mar 17, 2013, 07:10 PM

Mar 2013

have to register and stay registered forever.

"They're immature. Their core understanding of consequences are not fully developed. Their concept of finality is equally immature. "

While I agree with that statement, this statement would fit many adults also. And is not an excuse or a pardoning or actions like they did.

I can see them being able to petition the state regarding the registration requirement, but also see that as something for everyone on the list. In reality, I do not know if there are people and hours available to adequately research all the cases, but it seems like it would be a good idea.

Rather like someone who is in prison and up for parole.

It will be interesting to see what others write here as it is a good topic for discussion and my mind is not set yet.

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About the two young, convicted rapists in Steubenville . . . . . [View all] Stinky The Clown Mar 2013 OP

They got off easy... Kalidurga Mar 2013 #1

Sex Offender onpatrol98 Mar 2013 #2

That is it in a nutshell mercuryblues Mar 2013 #9

I think it helps to remember that several others the same age spooky3 Mar 2013 #3

I think it depends on the individual case, but the older they are, the more likely they should uppityperson Mar 2013 #4

You know . . . . I am always big on forgiveness, at least in concept. But . . . Stinky The Clown Mar 2013 #11

Yes, they should carry that designation forever. I think they should have been tried as adults. forestpath Mar 2013 #5

they should carry it forever , and they got off easy JI7 Mar 2013 #6

I'm more inclined to care about the life and future of the real victim. (nt) Posteritatis Mar 2013 #7

I wonder...were they old enough to know that they wouldn't want someone to do the same to them? phylny Mar 2013 #8

Yes, IMO they should be registered sex offenders for their entire lives. redqueen Mar 2013 #10

Question is whether we think they can be rehabilited DirkGently Mar 2013 #12

You're asking good questions . . . Stinky The Clown Mar 2013 #13

It is my understanding Why Syzygy Mar 2013 #14

I heard that today, too. femmocrat Mar 2013 #20

When I was 17 mythology Mar 2013 #15

Following the apparent logic of your comments, it seems you do favor some route to redemption.... Stinky The Clown Mar 2013 #16

Maybe when they're 45 or so, depending on good behavior. geek tragedy Mar 2013 #17

I thought the judge does a review at 18 and decides on sex offender listing snooper2 Mar 2013 #18

Near as I can tell sir pball Mar 2013 #21

I want all future women that they date/marry to know that the boys are sex offenders. LittleBlue Mar 2013 #19

I think they should be punished, but also taught and evaluated and guided and yes, rehabilitated. nolabear Mar 2013 #22

They are fucking sociopaths. The registry is not to punish them, it's to protect us. Evoman Mar 2013 #23