dude in the picture has multiple strong arm and car jacking charges...he's not a non violent first time offender. I'm gonna assume most people in jail or prison aren't first timers either, and that the people who posted about their firsthand experiences on this forum aren't first timers either.
From what I've read...unless the crime fits a state mandatory minimum guideline and is serious offense...first time offenders can get literal slap on wrist. probation...counseling,etc
I don't know what ideal punishment would be for convicts, but story was disturbing because we all figure it's beyond chaos in jail but seeing glimpses into it are shocking.
