Alabama lawmaker tries passing sex offender bill requiring castration

“Alabama lawmaker tries passing sex offender bill requiring castration” That was the title to this article that appeared in the New York Post. Alabama Representative Steve Hurst wants sex offenders castrated before leaving prison and that seems to be the latest “trend” in politician-endorsed sex offender “management”. His plan would include castration of women offenders (though he does not detail

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Constitutional Rights Do Not Depend Upon the Seriousness of the Crime (FBI v. Apple)

In the current battle between Apple and the FBI regarding gaining access to the cellphone used by the San Bernardino terrorists, the government has emphasized how great the need is to determine who else might have been involved and honor the obligation to the families of the victims to gather all relevant information. No one can quarrel with the goals

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Collier Co. sheriff candidate accused of child abuse, sexual battery

COLLIER COUNTY – Child abuse and sexual battery — serious claims against the only man running for Collier County sheriff. Long-time police officer Carlos Gutierrez was accused of viciously punishing a child, as well as allegations that he molested a young girl. “I understand what they are talking about. However, you also have to understand that you are innocent until

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'Untouchable' – documentary about Ron Book – to premier at Tribeca Film Festival

A documentary about how lobbyist Ron Book harnessed his political power to pass the toughest sex offender laws in the nation and its impact on the lives of those forced to live under the laws will premier at the Tribeca Film Festival, taking place April 13 – 24th in Manhattan. The description of the film appears below: Untouchable, directed by

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