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Mandatory Sentencing


I disagree with mandatory sentences in criminal law–and school punishments.   Zachary Christie’s suspension from school for possession of a folding combination knife, fork, and spoon shows why.  Zachary is six years old, in first grade, and was proud to use his new cub scout utensil at lunch.  For violating its no-weapons policy the school [...]