Judges are to apply the law, not interpret it nor write it. But, they should have discretion when applying it. The world is not black and white and they must be allowed to make adjustments when circumstances warrant it. Mandatory sentencing laws are antithetical to what our country is founded on.
quinones.felix over 15 years ago
We need more of that type of justice today.
Northwoodser over 15 years ago
There are too many judges now trying to write the law instead of interpreting the law.
wndrwrthg over 15 years ago
Judges are to apply the law, not interpret it nor write it. But, they should have discretion when applying it. The world is not black and white and they must be allowed to make adjustments when circumstances warrant it. Mandatory sentencing laws are antithetical to what our country is founded on.