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Internet Picture Wins Defendant Two Years in Prison
Copyright (c) 2008 Robert Keefer
Young people have really taken to MySpace, Facebook and YouTube. They love to post pictures, movies and articles. So far, so good. The problem is that much of their posted material is there for the whole world to see, probably forever.
I saw a custody case where one parent had real concerns about the non-custodial parent. One side had a very important witness who posted on Facebook. According to his own Facebook account this important witness was an irresponsible, somewhat lewd lawbreaker. The proponent of that witness was forced to drop him.
I think this fellow's account was set up as a joke but he could not be used as a witness since the case would have become about his Facebook account, not the problems of the custodial parent.
Another example of how internet posting can hurt you is the case of Joshua Lipton. Lipton was the accused in an alcohol caused motor vehicle collision that seriously injured a woman.
According to Rhode Island prosecuting attorneys, Lipton had a .15 blood alcohol content as he drove over 60 mph in a 40 mph zone in the rain before striking one vehicle and then slamming head on into a vehicle containing Jade Combies and her sister. This three vehicle pileup left Jade Combies, then 20 years old, hospitalized with a traumatic brain injury, fractures to her femur, hip, and collar bone as a well as injuries to her liver and spleen.
Due to these injuries, Ms. Combies endured nine operations, rehabilitation therapy, memory loss and constant pain. She had to learn how to care for herself again just like an infant.
At trial, Ms. Combies spoke of her loss of independence and her feelings of helplessness in having to rely upon others at a time she should be embarking upon life as an independent adult.
She also asked the Court to let Lipton feel her pain and live her life: "I want you to feel completely and utterly helpless...I want you to know how it feels to only eat when people feed you... to be completely dependent on others...I will live with what you did to me every day, everything that I do, for the rest of my life."
During sentencing Lipton cried and apologized to his victims but the prosecutor used photographs from Lipton's Facebook account to give the Court a different picture of Lipton's feelings. This picture was of Lipton, drinking Red Bull, sticking out his tongue, with his arm slung around a sorority member, wearing a prison jumpsuit embossed with the words, "Jail Bird".
While a picture may be worth a thousand words for Lipton it was worth two years in prison. The Judge Daniel Procaccini said that the Jail Bird Picture influenced his decision. The Court felt the mocking picture gave an insight into how Lipton really felt after almost killing Ms. Combies and almost ruining her life.
Indeed, the Court called the Halloween costume Lipton donned two weeks after this collision "sick, depraved and disgusting". It was impossible for Lipton to overcome the terrible impression of lack of remorse that this photograph portrayed.
Apparently, Lipton's words of contrition seemed hollow when placed beside the picture of him wearing the irreverent orange jumpsuit. Lipton's request for probation and community service in light of his post-accident substance abuse treatment and remorse fell on deaf ears.
People using these social sites on the Internet need to understand that these pages are going to follow them forever.
About the Author
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Jewelry Gift Ideas - Tips on How to Buy Jewelry for Different People
Are you thinking of buying fashion jewelry as a gift but don't know where to begin? The first thing to do is consider her personality. Here are some common personality types and ideas on what jewelry to consider for each of them.
The Intellectual:
The intellectual woman is of course intelligent, slightly reserved and dresses in classic, simple outfits. This woman will appreciate jewelry that is understated, elegant, and of good quality. A simple chain in gold or silver would be perfect for a necklace. For earrings, small studs or understated hoops would be perfect to complement her classic sense of style. Or choose a thin bracelet like a thin silver bracelet with small subtle gemstones or beads.
The Romantic:
The romantic woman is the ultimate girly-girl, and loves anything that is ultra feminine in nature. She wears skirts, dresses, is frequently found in floral prints, and finds the silver lining in any cloud. This woman likes to feel every inch of being a woman, and her jewelry should match. When shopping for her, think about strings of pearls, dangly earrings, and floral pendants. Wrapping it up in pretty paper with a bow would just take the cake. And yes, she likes different shades of pinks, purples, and reds.
The Soccer Mom:
The soccer mom is all about practicality and has to keep herself and her busy family on track. Forget earrings that dangle - this mom needs studs that do not tangle in her hair or the strap of her bag. Similarly, choose simple necklaces and bracelets to match. Keep jewelry simple and practical for this woman, and she will know that you understand her lifestyle.
The Socialite:
The socialite is the woman who is outgoing, friendly, and frequently the center of attention. She likes taking risks and will do so with her jewelry as well. When you go shopping for her, think about bright, bold colors, interesting textures, and chunky and geometrical designs. Her jewelry should be as unique as she is. Layers of chains, large pendants, wide bangles, and bubble sized beads are for her.
The Naturalist:
The Naturalist is the woman who likes all things in her life to be as natural as possible, from wearing 100% organic cotton or silk to eating organic foods - her body is a temple! The colors she chooses are usually earth tones like shades of brown, green, blue, orange, and white. Her jewelry should be made of natural materials as well. While some metals are acceptable to her, her jewelry almost always includes stones, but not necessarily precious stones. A blue agate or jade pendant and matching earrings would be perfect, as well as other polished rocks and stones.
The Eclectic:
Similar to the Socialite, this woman is almost always the center of attention, but bold in a different way. She likes to mix of vintage and trendy styles - she will take classic pearls and match them with art deco inspired rhinestone earrings. Shop a mix of vintage and trendy styles to give her the ability to mix and match on a whim.
In conclusion, shopping for fashion jewelry isn't as hard as it seems. Though there are thousands of styles to choose from, you can easily narrow it down based on the above guidelines. Often, the person you are shopping for will fall into more than one of the above personalities - so use these ideas as a starting point when exploring the possibilities.
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