For some weeks now, anyone who reads the dead tree edition of local papers has seen ads for a candidate running on the premise of “doubling days for criminal trials.”<\/p>\n
Funny thing, for one who seems to have avoided putting criminals on trial at all from his current position as District Attorney.<\/p>\n
I’ve seen it as a campaign gimmick for the most part, but some have asked, “why not?”<\/p>\n
If you’re wondering, the answers to that question and more are posted here<\/a> — in particular, click the Information<\/a> link for a good civics lesson on the history of courts in Anderson County, why some things are done the way they are, and the difference between the different kinds of courts.<\/p>\n Most of us who have had little experience beyond a speeding ticket could learn something here. I did.<\/p>\n And yes, this is a candidate that I will vote for and support. Bill Lantrip is a class act, and one that we would do well to keep.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" For some weeks now, anyone who reads the dead tree edition of local papers has seen ads for a candidate running on the premise of “doubling days for criminal trials.” Funny thing, for one who seems to have avoided putting … Continue reading