Posted on Feb 22, 2016
Let's say that we criminalized stolen valor. What punishment would be appropriate?
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Discussions regarding stolen valor recur quite frequently on this forum, but they never seem to serve any purpose other than to allow participants to vent without reaching a conclusion. Many have asked if it should be criminalized. Sometimes discussions of this type can gain a little traction if you assume a given conclusion and then work backwards. So, let's play the game. Assume that Congress begin drafting the act and the legislators ask you for advice: What type of punishment would be appropriate. If we can name a reasonable punishment, one that fits the "crime", maybe it should be a criminal act. If we can't agree on one, maybe there is not crime and it's simply a despicable act of a person who should be either pitied or humiliated. Keep in mind that this game only works if we take it seriously...
Edited 9 y ago
Posted 9 y ago
Responses: 19
I'll go with Misdemeanor: Fine. And then all proceeds from the fine can go to support local veterans.
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Misdemeanor - Punishment should include community service with a focus to veterans' organizations (provided any veterans' organization would agree to work with 'em).
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Maj Neal Jackman
After successfully completing boot camp, Marine Corps boot camp. That means if they under perform they are recycled until they complete. They don't get to wear the device, they move on to 2 years community service serving the Veteran community. I think they would have a different perspective on life at that point.
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