This was not a case of murder. It was an accident, plain and simple. The state prosecuted her for her actions and a jury found her guilty on one of several charges. The other charges are still hanging over her head.
Fair, yes fair. Her friend is dead because of her mistake. She has been left disfigured. Those are lifetime sentences.
The burden of proof is on the state, not on the defense. That is something that it appears some have forgotten or are ignoring.
Would you have defense attorneys paid with taxpayer dollars? That way no one would have the "advantage" of a high priced lawyer! Or here's a thought, let's do away with a defense altogether! Think of the speedy trial process then!!!
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