Originally Posted by bornatbirth
some crimes which are committed are far worse and get less of a prison sentence... in my line of work, I used to see this happening all the time. For example, a youth who beats a defenceless
within an inch of her life - for the sake of running off with her purse - might have a custodial sentence deferred ... or [at worst] serve 6 months in a Young Offenders' Institution
- whereas, someone found guilty of Fraud could be jailed for up to five years.
But ...with Dedworth, that Chaytor ("Cheater" would've been more appropriate!) wilfully abused his position of trust as a Member of Parliament. And therein lies the difference! For this very reason, therefore, it is right and proper that nothing less than the full force of the law be meted out as a consequence of his actions.
