Seattle to Remain Famous for Coffee and Rain
Thanksgiving Pairing Suggestion: Dessert Isn't Just a Meal
Eight Things A Seattle Sports Fan Can Be Thankful For
Seattlest Pix 09Nov25
Can't Miss It: Thanksgiving Eve
Since 2003, those convicted of a non-violent crime in Washington state have had the potential to half their prison time by virtue of "good behavior" during incarceration. The law allowing this to occur was set to expire in 2010, but now it looks like it will be extended, thereby saving the state something like $10,000 per released inmate. The savings, doubly attractive in these lean budget-cutting years, are matched by the policy's overall positive impact on Washington's rates of recidivism, or how many ex-convicts end up right back in jail. Of course, some people (lawyers, natch) hate happiness and freedom and are opposing the extension of the law.
add to stumble upon
add to reddit
tweet this
post to facebookTips
Contribute
Latest Tip:
In Woodinville there's a hole-in-the-wall charcuterie named Bill The Butcher which has the most outl
[more]
Why would we want to keep some semblance to a judicial system that encourages reform. Shouldn't it just be more punish-punish-punish?
Especially those pot smokers. Lock 'em up for life. That way, we can still point out the child molesters on the street and give them some good old fashion public damnation.