Reader: Jenna Breen’s hit-and-run death calls for tougher sentences of repeat DUI offenders

Our coverage of Jenna Breen's tragic death, allegedly caused by a crash with a multiple DUI offender, has generated plenty of heartfelt commentary. Here's the view of a reader who would like to see tougher penalties for drunk-driving recidivists...
By Michael RobertsJanuary 27, 2012
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Our coverage of Jenna Breen’s tragic death, allegedly caused by a crash with a multiple DUI offender, has generated plenty of heartfelt commentary.

Here’s the view of a reader who would like to see tougher penalties for drunk-driving recidivists.

Nforbes87 writes:

I feel bad for the family and for Jenna. As I read the comments and items from the news, it bothers me that there is an emphasis on him being a 3 time DUI offender. The problem I have with that is most don’t know that after the first DUI there is really no difference in punishment after getting more. Which means that two, three or seven DUIs have the same consequences. What we need to do is readjust our statutes and put harsher punishments on criminals.

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Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword‘s news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor’s degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master’s degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

michaelrobertscolo@gmail.com

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