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Originally Posted by Kevin
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I think you'd agree with me that a prosecutor shouldn't try to punish someone for charges which he can't find evidence for with lesser charges that prosecutor can prove.
There are reasons we have rules of evidence -- to protect the innocent from unfounded allegations and give him an opportunity to confront his accuser.
Also, this country (in theory) has a presumption of innocence for the accused. This ought to be respected.
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Yes, this is exactly why I have quite a bit of distaste for Kevlar's earlier assertions - well put.