How can we combine tough prosecution of criminals with the need to relieve overcrowding in state prisons?
The Attorney’s General delay in solving the evidence backlog at state crime labs is creating a revolving door of repeat offenders. Because their case may be delayed for months or years due to the backlog in processing evidence, many criminals are released on bond. While out on streets awaiting trial, they commit additional crimes. The criminals know that, if and when, they are arrested for the additional crimes, they will seek consolidated charges for a reduced sentence. Non-violent and non-dealer drug offenders should be tracked into alternative treatment centers and not simply sentenced to standard prisons. Keeping drug offenders away from violent criminals will assist in the rehabilitation process. Finally, North Carolina must become an unfriendly state for illegal immigrants who commit additional crimes once they get here. The Attorney General must work with local law enforcement and federal authorities to reduce crime committed of illegal aliens. Our strategy to reduce crime and g
