Of course, you're right.
The letter of the law has prevailed over the spirit of the law. This young deputy could have been given administrative reprimand, re-training on procedures, etc. Instead, he is now a convict. I don't care how you spin it. This isn't right, which probably isn't important to you either.
Who is spinning?
After crucifying Border Agents Ramos and Compean, this piece of legalistic trash has done it again:
Sorry gramps but you know the old saying: When you have the facts on your side, argue the facts. When the facts are against you, argue the law.
Got nothing to do with right and wrong anymore.