What is an appropriate charge for child abuse?

Cpl Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 03 Apr 2014 12:48:52 -0400

I just heard something I can't fanthom, Today 4/3/14 in the town in which I live , police responding to a illegal firearm discharge. The police dept. Upon arrival discovered two children locked in their room, covered in feces dehydrated and looked to have not eaten in a while. The door was also opposite of the kids was shoestringed to a banister. They charged the mother with misdemeanor child abuse. To me because I am not the smartest man in the world do not think this is a strong enough charge. The kids are with a relative now. Thoughts?

Response by CPT Richard Riley made Apr 3 at 2014 1:05 PM

CPT Richard Riley — Thu, 03 Apr 2014 13:05:43 -0400

Sadly, too many times society is too quick to make an excuse. Some situations warrant swift action with follow up and follow through later. This would be one of those times.

Response by SFC Steven Borders made Apr 3 at 2014 1:28 PM

SFC Steven Borders — Thu, 03 Apr 2014 13:28:07 -0400

I feel that it is not a harsh enough punishment. I have three daughters 6,10,13 and let me tell you. When it comes to kids I am super protective. No child should be put through that sort of treatment.

Response by SSG Tim Everett made Oct 22 at 2014 1:46 PM

SSG Tim Everett — Wed, 22 Oct 2014 13:46:47 -0400

I don't know enough about the situation to second-guess or armchair-quarterback law enforcement or the prosecutors. On the surface, I'd probably venture my private opinion as being: hang 'em high. I have two kids and there isn't a law enforcement agency or military power out there that would stop me from destroying anyone who hurt my kids.