[tpaine]

". . . especially knowing that most offenders "grow out" of a life of crime."


And just where does this "truth" come from?
-kevin-

Common sense, which the currys of this world totally lack.
- Along with the USSC and the entire political power structure of this rapidly fading republic.

God help us all.

[HighWheeler]

perhaps you can cite a source to back up your claim.

Maybe a site like this one:

"It has long been recognized that repeat offenders commit a large number of the serious and violent crimes in Florida. One study revealed that upwards of 70% of crimes are committed by 30% of the offenders. The physical misery inflicted by these repeat offenders, and the economic impact of their crimes, are enormous.

[eno_]

The only thing wrong with three strikes is the Drug War.

IF three strikes were applied to violent and property crime, it would work as intended.

With the solution and reporting rates as low as they are, three strikes actually means 147 strikes. People bagged by three strikes (again excluding drug offenses) are the criminals causing most of the property damage and violence.