I am proud of her for the best possible reaction to a tragic happenstance. If I were a praying man, they would be on their way. Anyone seriously attempting to create a law to prevent this from happening in the future should be immediately removed from their position of any authority whatsoever, as their understanding of reality is skewed beyond the point of rapid correction.
Laws can't prevent anything directly. They specify repercussions for having done something (or failed to do, depending) ... assuming someone knows the law, believes he'd be caught, and cares if he is, there's a deterrent effect.
Other than that I'll refrain from comment out of respect for NFO's family.
Without societal corrections for bad behaviors, incivility and poor choices which cause harm to others, the whole world can become an inner city shooting at a high school basketball game. {Broken Window Theory}
As a retired lawyer, I am of the opinion that no crime was committed here. No intent, clearly, nor anything that would appear to be sufficient to charge even involuntary manslaughter (no reckless disregard, etc.). It seems to be a case of simple negligence, something that should be dealt with in civil court, not criminal. Perhaps I have overlooked something in the facts, but nowhere have I seen an allegation of impairment or something that looks like mens rea. I wonder why the DA agreed to file criminal charges; perhaps something of which I am unaware, or more likely, heightened sensitivity to such cases.
My high school chemistry teacher was riding his bicycle when a student hit him with a car. Sometimes Tragedies happen. I'll pray for your family and also those kids.
For what they're worth, OldNFO, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers today.
I am proud of her for the best possible reaction to a tragic happenstance. If I were a praying man, they would be on their way. Anyone seriously attempting to create a law to prevent this from happening in the future should be immediately removed from their position of any authority whatsoever, as their understanding of reality is skewed beyond the point of rapid correction.
Laws can't prevent anything directly. They specify repercussions for having done something (or failed to do, depending) ... assuming someone knows the law, believes he'd be caught, and cares if he is, there's a deterrent effect.
Other than that I'll refrain from comment out of respect for NFO's family.
Without societal corrections for bad behaviors, incivility and poor choices which cause harm to others, the whole world can become an inner city shooting at a high school basketball game. {Broken Window Theory}
As a retired lawyer, I am of the opinion that no crime was committed here. No intent, clearly, nor anything that would appear to be sufficient to charge even involuntary manslaughter (no reckless disregard, etc.). It seems to be a case of simple negligence, something that should be dealt with in civil court, not criminal. Perhaps I have overlooked something in the facts, but nowhere have I seen an allegation of impairment or something that looks like mens rea. I wonder why the DA agreed to file criminal charges; perhaps something of which I am unaware, or more likely, heightened sensitivity to such cases.
It is heartbreaking. Praying.
Thoughts and prayers to all. A tragedy for all involved.
My condolences to your family.
I'm praying for all y'all, Jim. 🙏
As for any opinions on the incident, this ain't the place for it.
I will add them to the prayer list. My last remaining Uncle tragically passed last weekend.
Prayers on the way. What a tragedy.
My high school chemistry teacher was riding his bicycle when a student hit him with a car. Sometimes Tragedies happen. I'll pray for your family and also those kids.
I will continue in prayer for you and yours, Jim.