QuietM4 said:
"Noting 21 prior arrests that resulted in nine convictions which included firearm and drug crimes..."
Why the f*ck is this person on the streets at all?
Because - scumbag elected DAs are who are pandering to their criminal voter pool, in the name of "social justice" - and are refusing to prosecute criminals. Amazing how stupid these people are. They clearly missed the lesson that says "you get more of whatever behavior you reward."
Someone near and dear to me was a Phoenix cop for a year or so. One of the events that drove them to change their mind and career path was the action of the local DA offices. I heard two stories... one about arresting the same dude 14 times in a month (beer runs etc.) - they'd be out in the morning. The other was about arresting a well seasoned gang-banger felon (guy in his late 30s) who had distinguished rap sheet that included multiple violent felonies and prison stints. Well, this dude pitched a gun while trying to elude them. My friend worked until the wee hours of the morning writing paperwork to make sure it was tight - but it made no difference - the dude was back on the street the next day.
Apparently being a criminal is no longer criminal in the minds of our elected law enforcement folks. My friend said something to the effect of: "I had determined that I was willing to risk my life to make my community a better place. If the justice system is not going to hold and punish violent felons for carrying a gun - I guess I'm not really making my community any better - so why put my life on the line." Peace out...
