Labrador Seeks Reform of Drug Sentencing Laws

Labrador seeks reform of drug sentencing laws

Filed under: Crack Cocaine Federal Sentencing Guidelines

Raul Labrador speaks about his bill that would end mandatory minimum prison sentences for low-level drug offenders prosecuted in federal court. … "There's a move in Washington, D.C., to completely get rid of the sentencing guidelines, but I don't … Read more on The Idaho Statesman

Bikies Inc: how police sting revealed clubs' bid to amass a legal war chest

Filed under: Crack Cocaine Federal Sentencing Guidelines

It is as relevant now as it was then, given the renewed effort at state and federal levels to crack down on outlaw motorcycle gangs and the expectation that controversial new laws in Queensland will be challenged in the High Court by the bikies … Read more on The Australian

MEDANSKY: Rob Ford's drug war hypocrisy

Filed under: Crack Cocaine Federal Sentencing Guidelines

Of particular concern were so-called “crack babies”: children supposedly doomed to lives of drug-induced disability. The panic endured, but … He's supported strict mandatory sentencing for gun crimes, and combatted gang violence with harsh penalties … Read more on Yale Daily News (blog)