The “three strike law” has been an important deterrent to
crime in our state. It was originally
enacted just over 20 years ago. By
definition it gives the judge latitude to impose a much harsher sentence on
anyone who has been previously convicted of two prior serious criminal
offenses. This is where things become a
bit fuzzy in defining prior “serious” criminal convictions.
For example, in one case an individual was accused of
stealing $153 worth of video tapes from Kmart stores. Because he had a distant past of drug abuse
and had committed residential burglaries those video tapes might have cost him
serious prison time. As a result, this
individual had “the book thrown at him” and was sentenced to life in prison
with no possibility of parole for 50 years!
Whoa Nellie, does something seem excessive and unfair
here? We strongly urge you to call
Attorney William Chestnut. He is an
experienced California three strikes defense lawyer in San Jose. He will bring
nearly 40 years of experience and success to defend you against the possibility
of an unduly harsh sentence. Call Bill
today for the help you need at (408) 298-6990.
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