Is the difference here Ross went to trial?
Not that that’s acceptable.
A citizen shouldn’t be punished for defending himself to the fullest extent.
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Its called 'Mad Time'. Judges apparently dont like to do their jobs so they will almost always increase punishment for anyone who dares defend themselves.
Yeah.
It’s their negotiation tactic.
Admit guilt and get a year, or go to trial, get railroaded, and get 10 years.
Your choice.
(That’s not a choice, it’s blackmail).
