Most recently, it was Lindsay Lohan who took a trip to jail. She was sentenced to 90 days in jail, and it has been estimated that she will only spend about 30 of those days actually in jail.
While many argue that she is being treated too harshly for the crimes that she committed (failing to attend an alcohol education class which was part of her last sentence), I disagree. I think that celebrities need to be punished in the harshest manner so that they can set a good example.
Lindsay was originally sent to jail because she was caught driving under the influence. In my book, that's a huge offense. Members of MADD would agree with me. Statistics also agree with me. In 2008, 13,846 people died alcohol related deaths.
Not only could Lohan have killed herself while driving drunk, she could have also killed numerous other innocent people--the part which troubles me the most. If Lohan isn't properly punished for this heinus crime, people watching the case will think that it is okay for them to drive under the influence. Which is a very false conclusion to come to.
If Lohan must serve the time despite her power, it teachers other (as well as herself) a good lesson. Don't drive drunk.
This is why I am so thankful for the judge that sentenced her to jail time. He is not only teaching a great lesson, but also potentially saving lives in the process.
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