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Post by Deleted on Apr 29, 2015 17:26:28 GMT
I'm so sorry that your family didn't get justice for your parents' senseless deaths. Seven years is nowhere close to what that man deserved.
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NoWomanNoCry
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Post by NoWomanNoCry on Apr 29, 2015 17:27:28 GMT
I'm so very sorry! It's crazy that 2 people's lives are only worth a little over 7 years to some. Pathetic. What's more messed up is if you know the right people or if you (General you) are someone important you can get off on a DUI and they stick you back on the roads to do it again and potentially harm/kill someone.
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Post by epeanymous on Apr 29, 2015 17:27:27 GMT
I'm sorry that his parole is causing such pain for you. Experiences like that make you feel as though you are re-living the original loss all over again. And a state supreme court justice... remember Jean Toal being cited for side-swiping a parked car, leaving the scence of the accident, and admitting she had been drinking that evening? Do not get me started about her. It is embarrassing to me, as a member (still) of the SC bar, that the Chief Justice of our state Supreme Court would do that and retain both her bar license and her position.
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Post by lorieann13 on Apr 29, 2015 17:29:12 GMT
My lawyer said that if I had died, he would have only been given a 5 year sentence and most likely would only have served 2...
Its crazy. And I remember loosing it when my mom.told me it was settled out of court.
I wanted that mother f'er to see what he had done to me. I wanted to face him and give him a piece of my mind. But I never got to.
He had zero injuries.
Screwed up system.
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Post by originalvanillabean on Apr 29, 2015 17:34:09 GMT
Very sorry. I hope this day goes by fast for you.
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Post by Katie on Apr 29, 2015 17:40:02 GMT
I can't imagine what you are going through, and I am so very, very sorry. Sending hugs your way, and going forward I will pay closer attention to the platforms of political candidates.
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Post by kelly316 on Apr 29, 2015 17:44:54 GMT
This makes me angry and sad! I'm so sorry that you had this terrible experience and sorry his day of parole ever came. The legal system needs serious help!
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TwentyThree
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Post by TwentyThree on Apr 29, 2015 17:46:26 GMT
There are no words, I am so very sorry.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 29, 2015 17:48:54 GMT
I am very upset about this as drinking and steering anything is wrong other than a tricycle. I am sorry Merge. I really am.
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Post by ametallichick on Apr 29, 2015 18:05:48 GMT
Almost 8 years ago, he drank to more than twice the legal BAC limit, left the wheel of his boat while it was at full throttle to untangle a line at the back, and failed to notice as his boat veered off course. It mowed down my parents who were in shallow water near a dock. Mom was killed instantly; Dad lived 11 days. I would really like to know what kind of fucked up legal system thinks it's OK for this criminal to walk free, to celebrate holidays and birthdays with his loved ones, to enjoy his grandchildren for even one minute while my parents are in the ground. There really is no justice. I will never vote for any candidate who opposes stricter sentencing for drunk drivers. And if you get behind the wheel of any vehicle after drinking, you're pretty much dead to me. There is zero excuse for this selfish act of careless disregard for the lives of others. As far as I'm concerned, if you kill someone while drinking and driving, we should lock you up and throw away the key. I am so sorry to read this and I agree with you 100%. It's complete bullshit!!! Less than 8 years and he's out? Makes total sense ***Insert sarcasm here*** Who's the idiot that thought that was acceptable? I hope you can find peace and I hope karma finds your parents' killer!
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Post by chlerbie on Apr 29, 2015 18:17:07 GMT
I'm so sorry. This makes me feel so sick---I can't even imagine how you must be feeling now.
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Post by heartland on Apr 29, 2015 18:17:59 GMT
I'm so very sorry to read this Merge.
And what's worse than the seven years he did serve, is that you said he's been up for parole before and denied. WTF is up with that? That means someone thought even less time was apparently appropriate. Not even close. Not that any amount of time would be appropriate in this case, but certainly more than 5-6 years for killing two people. I truly do not understand the laws we have in this country.
(((hugs))) to you and yours as you're dealing with having all the pain of this brought back up.
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Post by 5peanutsnana on Apr 29, 2015 18:24:37 GMT
I too, remember when you originally posted about the tragic event that changed your life forever. So sorry the wounds are reopened. Something is so wrong with this situation. Hugs.
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IPeaFreely
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Post by IPeaFreely on Apr 29, 2015 18:30:59 GMT
I' m sorry you're dealing with this.
If it's any comfort he's now a guy who spent 8 years in prison. No one looks at him the same. I know if. I found out smeone I knw spent 8 years n prison I'd be flipped out. And to find out he killed 2people? I'd be the mom who wouldnt let her kids go over there. He'll be paying for this for the rest of his life. Don't let outward appearances fool you. He's marked.
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MizIndependent
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Post by MizIndependent on Apr 29, 2015 18:35:31 GMT
So, so sorry, Merge. (((hugs))) I agree completely with you.
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Post by crazy4scraps on Apr 29, 2015 18:36:12 GMT
((Hugs)) Wow, that is just all kinds of wrong. I can't even imagine how to deal with that. I'm so sorry.
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Post by azredhead on Apr 29, 2015 18:39:30 GMT
Hugs!! I can't imagine what you are going through! We have some dear friends that went through that- killed the mom and three kids, the dad survived as diid the son. We have stayed very close to them over the years.It's hard to watch them as the days go. It just doesn't make any sense.
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Post by ScrapsontheRocks on Apr 29, 2015 18:42:18 GMT
Unbelievably sad for you to bear. My thoughts are with you.
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mochi
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Post by mochi on Apr 29, 2015 18:46:08 GMT
(((hugs))) I'm so sorry. I will keep you in my prayers.
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Post by greenlegume on Apr 29, 2015 18:48:04 GMT
You and your family are in my thoughts.
You're right about there being no justice.
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valleyview
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Post by valleyview on Apr 29, 2015 18:48:40 GMT
I also remember this and I am so sorry that the pain is back front and center. Hugs to you today.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 29, 2015 18:53:32 GMT
I'm so sorry. Gentle hugs for you today.
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Post by craftygardenmom on Apr 29, 2015 18:54:23 GMT
This is just terrible. I am so so sorry for your loss. I agree, 8 years was not nearly enough for the 2 lives he took.
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gina
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Post by gina on Apr 29, 2015 18:55:19 GMT
Tragic. I am very sorry.
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The Birdhouse Lady
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Post by The Birdhouse Lady on Apr 29, 2015 18:57:03 GMT
I am so sorry. That really is so sucky.
He made a serious dick move and he has not been punished nearly long enough.
I cannot believe how drunk driving penalties just are not close to being strict enough.
I wonder if he is going to have a drink tonight to "celebrate" getting out. What an asshat.
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Post by scrappysurfer on Apr 29, 2015 19:31:49 GMT
I am so sorry.
The system regarding DUIs is so messed up. And people who get them are so much more likely to be repeat offenders.
Your parents killer has paid for his crime but not nearly enough. Do you know if he will be allowed a drivers license?
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mimima
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Post by mimima on Apr 29, 2015 19:58:58 GMT
I'm so very sorry. I remember when you lost your parents and watched you go through the trial. Words fail, just know that you have my love, huge hugs, and prayers. May your parents' memories be eternal.
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Post by christine58 on Apr 29, 2015 20:04:44 GMT
Merge...this F-ing SUCKS big time. I am just so sorry that this has happened. He needs to rot in jail.
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Post by nepean on Apr 29, 2015 20:21:39 GMT
Oh dear, I am so sorry Mergeleft I think of you and your parents every so often, I am sorry you are facing this setback.
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Post by Dori~Mama~Bear on Apr 29, 2015 20:27:55 GMT
Hugs.
I don't believe in Drinking and Driving either. I wish they would have stricter laws about it.
My husband came home the other night and told me that he had to drop off a truck at a stereo place so that they could install some elertronics for the truck owner. As he pulled up parked and got out of the truck he noticed this older guy at another truck swearing at one of the installers telling him that he installed his Breathalyzer in the truck incorrectly. He was yelling at this guy telling him to disconnect that damn thing so that he could start his truck and go home. The installer just laughed walked inside the building and called the police.
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