I applied the law which says that judges have to consider every relevant factor in sentencing. You have to consider both the aggravating and mitigating factors. And The Supreme Court has said you have to order the minimum amount of prison time you believe is necessary to protect the public. That's what I did in that case and every other case. And my goal is always to keep the community safe. And those have been sentences that have been successful. (25:35–25:43)
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Asserts that the Supreme Court mandates judges to order the minimum prison time necessary for public protection.
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