My mom just called me to tell me that the weapons charge is now a misdemeanor. The pistol was worth under $500 brand new. Don't know what effect this will have, but I thought I would report it.
Simpson felony charge reduced to misdemeanor/ Charge against Simpson downgraded
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Re: Simpon's gun charge
No offense, but what relation does your mother have to this situation? You always have to be skeptical about what people say on the net. Most of the people around here are pretty accurate, but your name is not familiar to me.
No offense, but what relation does your mother have to this situation? You always have to be skeptical about what people say on the net. Most of the people around here are pretty accurate, but your name is not familiar to me.
Re: Simpon's gun charge
She heard it on Finebaum as being reported as breaking news. I completly understand you being skeptical, and I should have clarifyed.
She heard it on Finebaum as being reported as breaking news. I completly understand you being skeptical, and I should have clarifyed.
Re: Simpon's gun charge
I had heard rumors that the gun charge would be reduced to a misdemeanor. Not trying to make light of the reduced charge, but there is a big difference between a misdemeanor and a felony.
This is good news.
I had heard rumors that the gun charge would be reduced to a misdemeanor. Not trying to make light of the reduced charge, but there is a big difference between a misdemeanor and a felony.
This is good news.
Re: Simpon's gun charge
Ok, that is definitely more clear. Nice to see the word "felony" no longer attached to this situation.
Ok, that is definitely more clear. Nice to see the word "felony" no longer attached to this situation.
Re: Simpon's gun charge
Am I mistaken, or was he not carrying a stolen gun in his car...is that accurate?
IF that's the case, it doesn't matter to me what they call it...
Am I mistaken, or was he not carrying a stolen gun in his car...is that accurate?
IF that's the case, it doesn't matter to me what they call it...
Re: Simpon's gun charge
He is young. It would be a shame to see his fortunes turn that quickly over such a thoughtless act. No matter the outcome, he will still have to answer to his parents and coaches (and himself), but at least it won't crush his future...
I agree, but it is nice to know that this won't haunt him for the rest of his life. Without a felony conviction (if that was even a possibility), this will serve as a valuable lesson learned for the rest of his life.TurningTide said:
He is young. It would be a shame to see his fortunes turn that quickly over such a thoughtless act. No matter the outcome, he will still have to answer to his parents and coaches (and himself), but at least it won't crush his future...
Re: Simpon's gun charge
Maybe an attorney on the board could clarify further. I was under the impression stolen or possession of stolen property had a felony value.[i.e.$500] Possession of a firearm is just that and value doesn't matter. ????????
Maybe an attorney on the board could clarify further. I was under the impression stolen or possession of stolen property had a felony value.[i.e.$500] Possession of a firearm is just that and value doesn't matter. ????????
Re: Simpson felony charge reduced to misdemeanor
The felony charge of recieving stolen property was the most serious. While I've been able to check "no" to the "have you ever been convicted of a felony?" question that pops up on every application for anything importent, I do realize that those that answer "yes" don't have the right to vote, hold political office or get most desirable jobs.
Avoiding a felony conviction is a huge thing for a young man with his whole life ahead of him.
The felony charge of recieving stolen property was the most serious. While I've been able to check "no" to the "have you ever been convicted of a felony?" question that pops up on every application for anything importent, I do realize that those that answer "yes" don't have the right to vote, hold political office or get most desirable jobs.
Avoiding a felony conviction is a huge thing for a young man with his whole life ahead of him.
Re: Simpson felony charge reduced to misdemeanor
to get a conviction on the recieving stolen property charge they will have to prove intent, which weans they have to prove he knew it was stolen. i am in no way taking up for him, to me the marihuana charge is the worst of the two. if he has never been convicted of possession of mariahuana 2nd before it is a misdemeanor, which apparently he has'nt, but if he gets caught again with any amount it is a felony, no matter what. my concern is why would he risk his career over a bag of dope( i suppose immaturity ) i hope he learns his lesson and can play this year, we need him. be glad he did not flunk a pee test with the ncaa. i'm sure CMS will handle the problem. i am glad i am not him!!
to get a conviction on the recieving stolen property charge they will have to prove intent, which weans they have to prove he knew it was stolen. i am in no way taking up for him, to me the marihuana charge is the worst of the two. if he has never been convicted of possession of mariahuana 2nd before it is a misdemeanor, which apparently he has'nt, but if he gets caught again with any amount it is a felony, no matter what. my concern is why would he risk his career over a bag of dope( i suppose immaturity ) i hope he learns his lesson and can play this year, we need him. be glad he did not flunk a pee test with the ncaa. i'm sure CMS will handle the problem. i am glad i am not him!!
Re: Simpson felony charge reduced to misdemeanor
I feel better now. If I ever get caught with one of my guns I'm in good shape. I'm poor, none of mine are worth over $500.:BigA:
I feel better now. If I ever get caught with one of my guns I'm in good shape. I'm poor, none of mine are worth over $500.:BigA:
Re: Simpson felony charge reduced to misdemeanor
I agree. The marijuana possession is probably the only charge that will stick. Fairly cut and dry case there. Still, I don't see Simpson facing any major legal repercussions. Shula's punishment will probably be worse than what the Jeffco DA throws at him. Juwan has hurt the image of our football program - we don't want to look like a Miami or Tennessee - and I wouldn't be surprised if he serves a suspension and a few other internal punishments. Everything I've heard about Juwan is usually positive and he is a smart guy, adversity should only make him stronger. But don't you hate this kind of thing to happen to one of our few senior leaders on our defense?
butchp said:
I agree. The marijuana possession is probably the only charge that will stick. Fairly cut and dry case there. Still, I don't see Simpson facing any major legal repercussions. Shula's punishment will probably be worse than what the Jeffco DA throws at him. Juwan has hurt the image of our football program - we don't want to look like a Miami or Tennessee - and I wouldn't be surprised if he serves a suspension and a few other internal punishments. Everything I've heard about Juwan is usually positive and he is a smart guy, adversity should only make him stronger. But don't you hate this kind of thing to happen to one of our few senior leaders on our defense?
Re: Simpson felony charge reduced to misdemeanor
Exactly!!!!
A felony is major baggage. There is a huge difference between a misdemeanor and a felony.
Those who are convicted of a felony also cannot carry a gun (not that all convicted felons abide by this).:smile:
One of the local sports casters in Bham said that Simpson would not be able to attend Alabama if he were convicted of a felon (or maybe he meant be on the football team). Is this because he is on an athletic scholarship? Can anyone elaborate on this?
Are Tennessee, Miami, Virginia Tech and F$U the only schools allowed to have convicted felons on their football team?
Proxigean Tide said:
Exactly!!!!
A felony is major baggage. There is a huge difference between a misdemeanor and a felony.
Those who are convicted of a felony also cannot carry a gun (not that all convicted felons abide by this).:smile:
One of the local sports casters in Bham said that Simpson would not be able to attend Alabama if he were convicted of a felon (or maybe he meant be on the football team). Is this because he is on an athletic scholarship? Can anyone elaborate on this?
Are Tennessee, Miami, Virginia Tech and F$U the only schools allowed to have convicted felons on their football team?
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Re: Simpson felony charge reduced to misdemeanor
i figured when i heard the charges that the recieving stolen property charge was the gun. i also knew the dollar value limits on recieving stolen property and figured that would be a misdemeanor. if you steal a gun no matter what the cost of the gun it is theft of property 2ND no matter the value of the gun. recieving stolen property only goes by dollar value. again they have to prove he knew it was stolen to get a conviction!
i figured when i heard the charges that the recieving stolen property charge was the gun. i also knew the dollar value limits on recieving stolen property and figured that would be a misdemeanor. if you steal a gun no matter what the cost of the gun it is theft of property 2ND no matter the value of the gun. recieving stolen property only goes by dollar value. again they have to prove he knew it was stolen to get a conviction!
Re: Simpson felony charge reduced to misdemeanor
Well not so fast my friend! Are your guns stolen? Repeat offender? LOL!
None of my buisness, I know, I was just thinking that what difference does it make whether you get shot by a $75 pistol or a $500 pistol?
rpeastep said:
Well not so fast my friend! Are your guns stolen? Repeat offender? LOL!
None of my buisness, I know, I was just thinking that what difference does it make whether you get shot by a $75 pistol or a $500 pistol?
Re: Simpson felony charge reduced to misdemeanor
I don't know much about the law, but I have watched "Law & Order" and "Cops" enought to think that with no felony charges, and with the "stolen property" charge more difficult to convict,
I think that Jefferson County will possibly offer a plea deal with probation or community service.....
He should be okay with Jefferson County, I see no jail time..... :cool2:
CMS, on the other hand...is a different story
I don't know much about the law, but I have watched "Law & Order" and "Cops" enought to think that with no felony charges, and with the "stolen property" charge more difficult to convict,
I think that Jefferson County will possibly offer a plea deal with probation or community service.....
He should be okay with Jefferson County, I see no jail time..... :cool2:
CMS, on the other hand...is a different story
Re: Simpson felony charge reduced to misdemeanor
Just off the top of my head, without putting any real thought into it; I would think that BEFORE a person were charged and it was broadcast across the entire world that those making the charges would know what they were DOING. Maybe the PD hires temps too.
Just off the top of my head, without putting any real thought into it; I would think that BEFORE a person were charged and it was broadcast across the entire world that those making the charges would know what they were DOING. Maybe the PD hires temps too.
Re: Simpson felony charge reduced to misdemeanor
Au Contraire, Mon Frere!
It has been my experience that any deputy third class that doesn't acquire immediate capitulation, cooperation, and disclosure will charge a citizen with everything he/she can think of without regard to fact, and see what sticks.
You have the right to remain silent, but if you use it you're going to jail for sure.
Au Contraire, Mon Frere!
It has been my experience that any deputy third class that doesn't acquire immediate capitulation, cooperation, and disclosure will charge a citizen with everything he/she can think of without regard to fact, and see what sticks.
You have the right to remain silent, but if you use it you're going to jail for sure.
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