PeterS

Now, aren't conservatives always frothing because or judiciary is liberal? Well, I can tell you right now no liberal judge passed this sentence!

https://life.gomcgill.com/pastor-raped-his-daugher-14-for-2-years-but-received-a-sence-of-12-years-instead-of-72?fbclid=IwAR3SB0vyYjolYRzTUz60RO_Oibi8lX9OunWlpkMg9s9abUXL1y3ZvjLwaBY

In the sea of heart-breaking news surfaced one more that will make your soul stir. Recently, a pastor was discovered guilty of raping his adoptive daughter and was sentenced to serve a period of 12 years in prison. The usual time period for such a heinous crime is usually higher whereas David Richards was given a sentence at least 60 years less than the maximum term that prosecutors aim for.

The 41-year old pastor was found guilty on several grounds which include incest, rape, and sexual battery against his daughter, Amber Richards - who has chosen to be identified and named publicly. According to Knoxville News Sentinel, he has been committing this heinous crime against his child who is now 14 years of age. In the light of the magnitude of his crime, the sentence laid on him was pretty liberal. This comes right after the Judge on the case, Steve Sword, took Richards work as a pastor and his key role in leading a Bible study at the prison into consideration.

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Canuckus Deploracus Loc: North of the wall

Personally I believe he should be executed...

But then I am constantly being reminded that I'm not a "good" Christian...

Blade_Runner Loc: DARK SIDE OF THE MOON

The death penalty only applies to crimes resulting in murder.

Penalties for statutory or child rape can range from one year to life in prison, depending on the provisions of each state’s sentencing statute or sentencing guidelines, the victim’s age or status, and the circumstances of the crime.

Prosecutors of rapes such as this one generally go for maximum sentences, however, the average sentence for child rapists is 10 to 30 years. And, in most cases, offenders are sentenced for 10 to 20 years.

In a recent Supreme Court decision, Kennedy v. Louisiana, it was ruled that the death penalty could not be imposed on a child rapist. The suspect was accused of raping his 8-year old stepdaughter, injuring her in the process, and calling a professional carpet cleaner to clean up the blood. Louisiana law, along with 6 other states, authorizes the death penalty for anyone convicted of raping a child under 12.

Here, child rape was said to be "devastating” in its harm, but could not compare to the “severity and irrevocability” of cold-blooded murder. However, some lawmakers argue that forcible child rape is worse than murder – the child carries those terrifying memories with her for the rest of her life, whereas victims of murder are presumably at peace.

Be advised, I am not in any way defending this pastor, or making excuses for a Christian fallen from grace - s**t happens. But, what Peter has done here is found another dart to throw at his F**k God and Christians board.

Canuckus Deploracus Loc: North of the wall

I agree...

Execution is just my personal preference...

I'm sure non-christian rapist scum also receive lighter sentences at times... The system isn't perfect....

Blade_Runner Loc: DARK SIDE OF THE MOON

You got that right. Not to mention that liberal activist judges are more inclined to a bleeding of heart and go for a slap on the wrist - so to speak.

proud republican Loc: RED CALIFORNIA

There will be an execution,done by other prisoners!!!! Nobody like child rapists,not even prisoners!!! He won't last too long!!!

Canuckus Deploracus Loc: North of the wall

Possibly.... He seems popular among the Christian crowd... And not sure what type of facility he is in...

I abhor vigilante justice....

Quite the conundrum

Sew_What

...good thing our nation was founded on Judaic-Christian principles...otherwise he would have been treated like the p*******e he is.