IMO Some very good bad news

You guys are pretty harsh. Our friend did post his arrest on underage drinking (on his Birthday, if i remember) and is, i assume, bringing us up to date. Whatever you think of his drinking (and he took some **** at the time he posted originally), there is some value in letting others (including other young participants on the board) know of the consequences. Frankly, i think its pretty severe, given that he wasn't driving. But, i don't think it was inappropriate for him to post.

 

Sorry to hear of this. There must be more to the story, but good luck, and what do they say, "easy time" or something like that. Keep us updated. Most of us let each other be human and make mistakes.
Take care.

 

Good grief, guys. Don't tell me you've never had a few, and were, God forbid, an underage passenger in a car.

Would you be happy if Cops made an "issue" of you - a passenger celebrating his 20th birthday who'd recently gotten back from, (read - survived) a war (read - served and protected)? Or would your emotions swirl as the epiphany struck you - the negative irony (read: Iron knee) of being busted by Cops whose door reads: to Serve and Protect - and then it just made you mad for just a moment?

 

live and learn dewd..it's all part of life.

people grow up in different lifestyles.some people never do anything close to wrong(something i consider a shame) and some people like to experience life.personally....i don't condone illegal stuff.....but i too drank when i was under the legal age...but i stayed home when i did.not knowing what the details are..but if you got cuaght in a car-underage-drinking...then you were asking for this....so i don't feel sorry for you(and i know your not looking for sympathy) but....you will have a story to tell your grandkids someday......

 

just read the post above my other one...you were the one just back from iraq?and nailed for drinking?

dewd....dewd......my opinion....

your old enough to enter the service and be prepared to give your life for this country and make adult decisions while in the service...and you can't have a drink or two?friggin' lawmakers....


reality.....what a theory

 

You don't need to drink when your 16, 21, 30, 50, or older. I don't agree with the laws either, I was in the service too and watched guys my age (I wasn't 21) buy alcohol and make a mess of the dorms, make too much noise, and cause serious ruckus requiring MP presence.

But, you got caught. Its not fair, but you could have waited a year to be "legal." If you can't fight the system, then next time you know how to beat it..

Sunny

 

Personally, I agree. I never touch the stuff. If you want to be my guest, but still realize you are accountable for your actions, intoxicated or otherwise.

 

It's obvious he did more than just drink a little on his birthday. And, he's pretty much indicated that it has something to do with violence. I think most of us could be accused of underage drinking. But to be arrested, then convicted, and jailed for violence is a difference matter.

I think he screwed up big time. And I think if more people would let him (and others like him) have it, it would do wonders for our society.

96impalaSS, you f***ed up. I'm curious: Art355, Whart, I respect your opinions highly. Just one question- Would you hire someone with a criminal record? Especially someone who has an arrest record for some violent act. I'm betting that the answer is likely No.

Yes, NNO, I was a little harsh, perhaps. But he's pretty young and now already has a covicion and arrest for violent acts. And we all know how wonderful our prison system is. When he gets out he will be less or more inclined to violence???

Dom

 

Chris:
You have just proven yourself to be a man of responsibility. Accepting the consequences of your actions is mature and honorable. My respect for you has risen. We all learn from our mistakes. We can either make positive changes or we can let them defeat us. You have chosen to use your situation to make a positive change and result. Congratulations! That was the point of my first post on the other thread for which at least one person chose to make a complete spectacle of himself. You on the other hand have demonstrated character in this thread. I will pray for your strength and courage while you are in custody. Be strong and use this to help others as you have stated. Best wishes.

BTW, I have about 400 employees working for me at my company. At least a dozen have had arrests while young. However the question is whether it was a felony or not. Makes a difference.

 

Dom- I didn't understand that Impala got violent; only that he was found to be legally drunk, underage, in a car driven by someone who, i thought, was not drinking, but had expired tags. Perhaps i'm wrong? Not excusing anybody's behavior. As to hiring somebody with a record, well, i have. But, its a leap of faith. And, i sometimes thank heaven that i made it through my younger life, given all the crazy risks taken....

 

Although I'm glad that Chris isn't going to be in jail everyday of the week I'm still upset that he has to spend the weekends in jail, but it's better than not being able to see him very often. I am also glad that I get to spend Valentine's with him.(I'll try to make it worth his while) I love you Chris.

P.S. And I know that most of you have seen me in my undies.

 

you gonna get a tattoo? hehe, start working out at least, then punch hard on the weekends, make the time work for you

 

I'm amazed at the slack that everyone wants to cut this guy. And the excuse that he's is/was in the military is pathetic. There's a reason why so many people dislike military members in military towns, and it's because of behavior like this guy has to offer. Too many of the guys feel that the laws shouldn't apply to them because they're enlisted.

What if he said he got busted for being high, and then something "else" happened? Would it still be, "Man, that sucks, they shouldn't be so harsh on you. I mean you should be able to break the rules since you've served in the military."?

 

Didn't any of you read this post? He is saying he did more than just minor in possesion.

I had a drywaller with this same attitude, about 20-21, thought he was cool because he had a bad temper and let everyone know it, spent a night in jail for a DWI, etc. About 2 months ago he was popping off to one of the framers who had come back to put in some backing. From what I heard from my super is that he threw a little fit about the length of time it took the framer to get there. The framer being a quiet, older guy (40-42) just walked away. About 5 min. later he walked back into the house with a 4' long piece of 2x4 and proceeded to beat the chit out of him. Broken arm, jaw, ribs, etc.

I know this happened, because myself and my insurance company are in litigation with what's left of him.



Be careful, everyones got a temper........

 

Impala - I respect you for taking your lumps in stride. Hopefully youve learned to chill the temper in the future.

As far as your openness on the forum... sharing Maia and your criminal history and such is cool. But please keep the klink-house salad tossing stories to your self bro!

Good luck inside!

 

This recent disposition involves the totalled car wreck, I believe,... from which his moniker is derived.

The NEXT court apperance will be for the underage consumption charge.

Impala, buddy, PUT IT DOWN, man. Do a 12 step or something.

Miai, it appears, has some class to stick by you, and hat's off to her for showing up on the thread. Happy V day!

I hope you don't see the same judge again. They don't like recognizing defendants!!!! My .02.

 

I am really astonished at your sentence. I am beginning to think there is more of a story involved (maybe resisting arrest?).

Chris man, underage drinking is basically the norm here in New Orleans (Louisiana was the last state. People rarely get busted for doing what you did, let alone face any jailtime after their initial arrest. Most people get a fine and then have their record expunged. Even people with battery charges.

I am confused...Someone correct me if I am way off base here (living in New Orleans may have skewed my percerption of how these cases are treated elsewhere), but is this normal?

I feel for you. Sounds like garbage to me.

 

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