This is prima facie evidence of the necessity of reviewing federal (and state) criminal sentencing guidelines -- especially the mandatory sentences. As the "war on drugs" is at the root of this, taking a hard look at its results is in order as well.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/11/13/life-without-parole_n_4256789.html
Heartwrenching stories. Especially those of the young, first-time offenders.
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