Mother Sets Daughters Rapist On Fire. SFTS Approves

[rasoforos]

If I killed the guy who (hypothetically) raped my daughter - as I would be extremely tempted to do - I'd expect to suffer the full force of the law, however reluctantly applied by a sympathetic jury.

But I'd be standing tall when the judge pronounced sentence.

[Rhyfelwyr]

I can't say I blame the woman. She probably should go to jail, technically speaking, although if I was on the jury I could probably never send her to prison.

What I can't understand is why that man was only in jail for 9 years.

Should have been fried back in '98.

[CrossLOPER]

While I am fully aware that strong feelings are roused with stories such as these, I would much rather have the law punish the offender rather than unstable/distraught individuals with petrol.

[Yoyoma1910]

While I am fully aware that strong feelings are roused with stories such as these, I would much rather have the law punish the offender rather than unstable/distraught individuals with petrol.

That is true. And that is a good reason for governments in society.


While we as humans here are moved by the plight of the man's victim and family, it is important that the rule of law exist so that our lives are run by general reason, rather than emotion.


It is one thing for us to stand here and say, "I'd be throwing the match with her." It is another thing to actually do so. I certainly do not sympathize with this man, nor his fate. However, were I his father or brother, I would likely hope people would. Even a monster has those who love him or her or it.


However, giving a violent rapist a lighter sentence and a weekend pass to return to haunt the people he harmed shows flaws in the judgment of the society's penal system.

[Subotan]

Woah, Deja Vu. I Stumbled Upon this yesterday.

I don't really have an opinion on this, seeing as how it's four years old. Although I do think she should be pardoned, but any "copycats" should have the full wrath of the law brought down unto them.

[rvg]

Some people need killin'. That's just a fact of life. They do not change their ways, do not get "reformed" by the prison system, but as good ole comrade Stalin once said: death solves all problems. Having said that, it's still a murder. Sooooo, what do we do to avoid punishing the good woman who rid the world of that waste of skin? Answer: Temporary insanity defense. Any lawyer worth his salt should be able to pull it off. At worst, she should get off with the slap-on-the-wrist sentence that focuses on psychiatric counseling.

[Husar]

Well, the woman actually did him a favour, we all know that heretics and sinners must be cleansed by fire to be let into heaven...

[Evil_Maniac From Mars]

I have to change my post. She should not necessarily be set free, but I sympathize with her.

[Fragony]

In France they call (and judge) these things 'crime passionele'. Doing something stupid when overtaken by emotions. I can fully understand it, but it's not right. Understandable, but wrong. How much time did she have to overthink what she was going to do? That is important here.

[Fixiwee]

I hope he burns in hell.
I hope she rots in prison.

Putting yourself above the law drags you down on the same pigs you are trying to punish.

[rvg]

...Putting yourself above the law drags you down on the same pigs you are trying to punish.

Fight fire with fire. In this case, literally.

[Fragony]

Fight fire with fire. In this case, literally.

Then paint his butt red and lock him up with gorillas. Ouch.

[Alexander the Pretty Good]

I hope he burns in hell.
I hope she rots in prison.

Putting yourself above the law drags you down on the same pigs you are trying to punish.

Putting yourself above the law merely elevates one to the level of politicians.

[LittleGrizzly]

Putting yourself above the law merely elevates one to the level of politicians.

Theres a good quote for a sig if ever i saw one...

[Fixiwee]

Putting yourself above the law merely elevates one to the level of politicians.

Ever heard of the enlightend idea of separation of powers?

[Alexander the Pretty Good]

Sure. Have our masters?

[Caius]

If he said he was sorry then ok, I would have some sympathy for the guy but you don't taunt her.

I wouldn't. From what I see (too many NYPD Blue episodes seen) rapists are not going to change. They have a mental illness. Some can be treated, yes, but others not. Its like an alcoholic or some drogadict. Some can be recovered... others sadly not.