No prison time for man who raped 14-year-old [View all]

[gollygee]

Another example that rape is just barely illegal. Compare to the threads where people are getting life in prison for non-violent crimes.

http://aattp.org/alabama-man-raped-14-year-old-will-serve-zero-prison-time/

After just two hours of deliberation, the jury returned guilty verdicts for one count of first-degree rape and two counts of second degree rape. Judge James Woodruff sentenced Clem to 10 years in prison for both second degree rape charges, and 20 years for the first degree rape. That’s 40 years in prison! Justice is served!

And then we’re reminded that this happened in Alabama! (note - this is in linked story - it's not coming from me!)

According to the rapist’s sentencing order, obtained by Mother Jones, Woodruff decided to place Clem in a program aimed at, according to the program’s web site, “redirecting the lives” of low-level offenders who are “likely to maintain a productive and law-abiding life as a result of accountability, guidance, and direction to services they need.” In other words, Clem will be able to live at home with his three young daughters as long as he abides by some guidelines.