Mandatory minimum sentences are ‘unconstitutional,’ Pa. court says
Mandatory minimum sentences are ‘unconstitutional,’ Pa. court says
Posted: Thursday, August 21, 2014 11:32 am | Updated: 11:40 am, Fri Aug 22, 2014.
By BRETT HAMBRIGHT | Staff Writer
Locals charged with crimes involving drugs, guns or sex abuse could be due relief at sentencing, according to a high-court ruling.
A Pennsylvania Superior Court opinion has deemed mandatory minimum sentences “unconstitutional,” a ruling which could have major impact on countless cases here and across the state.
« From the Devil’s Lettuce to the Dropout Drug: The Evolution of Reefer Madness Propaganda (Previous News)
(Next News) Company creates marijuana-infused sodas? »
Related News
New Washington rule opens marijuana industry to people with criminal records
New Washington rule opens marijuana industry to people with criminal records KING 5 Staff |Read More
State eases criminal background restrictions for cannabis licenses
State eases criminal background restrictions for cannabis licenses Joel Moreno | September 23rd 2021 BeingRead More
Comments are Closed