Home-based child care providers, takes care of children with few working benefits. However, 40,000 child care providers in Detroit are trying to change that with joining the United Auto Workers and American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees.
According to the Detroit Free Press, the new group called Child Care Providers Together Michigan "brought together workers registered with the Michigan Department of Human Services to receive government subsidies for taking care of children from low-income families."
Jozette Dowdell, a licensed child care provider and AFSCME union organizer, expressed "how important it is that the state and the community understand what a day in the life of day care providers is really like and what the needs are for child care providers." Dowdell emphasized that what child care providers deserve and that they are looking forward to a better relationship with the state and with the newly re-elected Governor Jennifer M. Granholm. Dowdell believes this will occur "with the help from the first contract that child care providers will receive [from being unionized]."
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Sex offender for life
In Indiana, effective July 1, 2006 all sexual offense will be defined as violent sexual offenders for lifetime registration. This will include touching. Children should be taught that just touching can cause a lableling as a violent sexual offender with a lifetime registration requirement. What is unclear about this law, is how can it be applied to offenders before the new law application of the new definition. In other words the individual was not charged as a violent offender but is not being punished as violent offender. Is this not double jeopardy, a second sentence for the same crime? I BELIEVE THIS IS IN VIOLATION OF THE CITIZEN RIGHT TO DUE PROCESS.
IC 35-42-4-8
Sexual battery
35-42-4-8 Sec. 8. (a) A person who, with intent to arouse or satisfy the person's own sexual desires or the sexual desires of another person, touches another person when that person is:
(1) compelled to submit to the touching by force or the imminent threat of force; or
(2) so mentally disabled or deficient that consent to the touching cannot be given;
commits sexual battery, a Class D felony.
(b) An offense described in subsection (a) is a Class C felony if:
(1) it is committed by using or threatening the use of deadly force;
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(2) it is committed while armed with a deadly weapon; or
(3) the commission of the offense is facilitated by furnishing the victim, without the victim's knowledge, with a drug (as defined in IC 16-42-19-2(1)) or a controlled substance (as defined in IC 35-48-1-9) or knowing that the victim was furnished with the drug or controlled substance without the victim's knowledge.
As added by P.L.322-1987, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.31-1998, SEC.7.
IC 35-38-1-7.5
Findings regarding sexually violent predators
35-38-1-7.5 Sec. 7.5. (a) As used in this section, "sexually violent predator" means a person who suffers from a mental abnormality or personality disorder that makes the individual likely to repeatedly engage in any of the offenses described in IC 11-8-8-5. The term includes a person convicted in another jurisdiction who is identified as a sexually violent predator under IC 11-8-8-20. The term does not include a person no longer considered a sexually violent predator under subsection (g).
(b) A person who:
(1) being at least eighteen (18) years of age, commits an offense described in:
(A) IC 35-42-4-1;
(B) IC 35-42-4-2;
(C) IC 35-42-4-3 as a Class A or Class B felony;
(D) IC 35-42-4-5(a)(1);
(E) IC 35-42-4-5(a)(2);
(F) IC 35-42-4-5(a)(3);
(G) IC 35-42-4-5(b)(1) as a Class A or Class B felony;
(H) IC 35-42-4-5(b)(2); or
(I) IC 35-42-4-5(b)(3) as a Class A or Class B felony; or
(2) commits an offense described in IC 11-8-8-5 while having a previous unrelated conviction for an offense described in IC 11-8-8-5 for which the person is required to register as an offender under IC 11-8-8;
is a sexually violent predator.
(c) This section applies whenever a court sentences a person for a sex offense listed in IC 11-8-8-5 for which the person is required to register with the local law enforcement authority under IC 11-8-8.
(d) At the sentencing hearing, the court shall determine whether
the person is a sexually violent predator under subsection (b).
(e) If the court does not find the person to be a sexually violent predator under subsection (b), the court shall consult with a board of experts consisting of two (2) board certified psychologists or psychiatrists who have expertise in criminal behavioral disorders to determine if the person is a sexually violent predator under subsection (a).
(f) If the court finds that a person is a sexually violent predator:
(1) the person is required to register with the local law enforcement authority as provided in IC 11-8-8; and
(2) the court shall send notice of its finding under this subsection to the department of correction.
(g) A person who is found by a court to be a sexually violent predator may petition the court to consider whether the person should no longer be considered a sexually violent predator. The person may file a petition under this subsection not earlier than ten (10) years after:
(1) the sentencing court makes its finding under subsection (e); or
(2) a person found to be a sexually violent predator under subsection (b) is released from incarceration.
A person may file a petition under this subsection not more than one (1) time per year. If a court finds that the person should no longer be considered a sexually violent predator, the court shall send notice to the department of correction that the person is no longer considered a sexually violent predator. Notwithstanding any other law, a condition imposed on a person due to the person's status as a sexually violent predator, including lifetime parole or GPS monitoring, does not apply to a person no longer considered a sexually violent predator.
As added by P.L.56-1998, SEC.17. Amended by P.L.1-1999, SEC.77; P.L.238-2001, SEC.18; P.L.116-2002, SEC.20; P.L.6-2006, SEC.5; P.L.140-2006, SEC.21 and P.L.173-2006, SEC.21.
IC 11-8-8-5
"Sex offender"
Sec. 5. (a) As used in this chapter, "sex offender" means a person
convicted of any of the following offenses:
(1) Rape (IC 35-42-4-1).
(2) Criminal deviate conduct (IC 35-42-4-2).
(3) Child molesting (IC 35-42-4-3).
(4) Child exploitation (IC 35-42-4-4(b)).
(5) Vicarious sexual gratification (IC 35-42-4-5).
(6) Child solicitation (IC 35-42-4-6).
(7) Child seduction (IC 35-42-4-7).
(8) Sexual misconduct with a minor as a Class A, Class B, or
Class C felony (IC 35-42-4-9).
(9) Incest (IC 35-46-1-3).
(10) Sexual battery (IC 35-42-4-8).
(11) Kidnapping (IC 35-42-3-2), if the victim is less than
eighteen (18) years of age.
(12) Criminal confinement (IC 35-42-3-3), if the victim is less
than eighteen (18) years of age.
(13) Possession of child pornography (IC 35-42-4-4(c)), if the
person has a prior unrelated conviction for possession of child
pornography (IC 35-42-4-4(c)).
(14) An attempt or conspiracy to commit a crime listed in
subdivisions (1) through (13).
(15) A crime under the laws of another jurisdiction, including
a military court, that is substantially equivalent to any of the
offenses listed in subdivisions (1) through (14).
(b) The term includes:
(1) a person who is required to register as a sex offender in any
jurisdiction; and
(2) a child who has committed a delinquent act and who:
(A) is at least fourteen (14) years of age;
(B) is on probation, is on parole, is discharged from a facility
by the department of correction, is discharged from a secure
private facility (as defined in IC 31-9-2-115), or is
discharged from a juvenile detention facility as a result of an
adjudication as a delinquent child for an act that would be an
offense described in subsection (a) if committed by an adult;
and
(C) is found by a court by clear and convincing evidence to
be likely to repeat an act that would be an offense described
in subsection (a) if committed by an adult.
As added by P.L.140-2006, SEC.13 and P.L.173-2006, SEC.13.
2006 Legislative Changes to Sex Offender Registry
Senate Enrolled Act 6 (Public Law 139), Senate Enrolled Act 12 (Public Law 140), Senate Enrolled Act 246 (Public Law 6), and House Enrolled Act 1155 (Public Law 173) made numerous changes to the sex offender registry and to local registration laws for adult sex offenders, effective July 1, 2006. Senate Enrolled Act 12 and House Enrolled Act 1155 also made several changes to the requirements for collection of DNA samples. These changes were also effective July 1, 2006. Below is a summary of the changes.
Oversight of the Sex Offender Registry transferred to the Department of Correction (IC 11-8-2-12.4) DOC is now responsible for the oversight of the registry, rather than the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute
The Sex Offender Directory is eliminated and its functions transferred to the sex offender registry
The registration statute is now IC 11-8-8 (formerly IC 5-2-12)
DOC is required to establish a "format" for registration
DOC is required to inform and train judges, prosecuting attorneys, law enforcement officials, parole officers, probation officers, and community corrections officials concerning the requirements of the sex offender registry
DOC must update the registry daily and make the registry available on the internet (IC 11-8-2-13)
DOC must register incarcerated offenders prior to release
DOC may reduce good time credit for an offender who does not participate in a sex offender treatment program or who does not register before being released from incarceration
Registration-definition of "offender" (IC 11-8-8-5)
Definition of sex offender expanded to include a person who is required to register in any jurisdiction (this is important for persons transferring to Indiana under the Interstate Compact)
General registration requirements (IC 11-8-8)
Sex offenders committed to DOC shall register with the Department before release from incarceration (DOC forwards this information to the local law enforcement authority where the offender will reside)
Sex offenders not committed to DOC must register within 7 days of being placed on probation
Sex offenders subject to registration requirements must carry a valid Indiana driver's license or ID (Class A misdemeanor for failure to possess identification)
As a condition of probation, a sex offender shall not establish a new residence within one mile of the victim of the offense unless granted a waiver by the court
A sex offender living in a "temporary residence" must register within 72 hours of moving into the residence and at least once every 7 days while living in the temporary residence
Sexually violent predators (IC 35-38-1-7.5) Definition expanded to include offenders who commit rape, criminal deviate conduct, child molesting as a Class A or Class B felony, or vicarious sexual gratification, and offenders who commit sex offenses listed in IC 11-8-8-5 while having a previous unrelated conviction for an offense listed in IC 11-8-8-5 for which the person is required to register
Whenever a court sentences a person for a sex offense listed in IC 11-8-8-5, the court must determine if the person is a sexually violent predator under IC 35-38-1-7.5(b). If the court does not find the person to be a sexually violent predator under subsection (b), the court shall consult with two (2) board certified psychologists/psychiatrists to determine if the person is a sexually violent predator under subsection (a).
If the court finds a person to be a sexually violent predator, the court shall send notice of its finding to DOC (IC 35-38-1-7.5(f)(2))
Sexually violent predators must register within 72 hours of being released from prison or placed on probation, parole, or home detention (IC 11-8-8-7(h))
A juvenile court may not appoint a sexually violent predator to serve as the guardian or custodian of a child (IC 31-30-1-2.5)
Sexually violent predators may be deprived of credit time earned at DOC if the person refuses to register as a sex offender before release or refuses to participate in a sex offender treatment program (IC 35-50-6-5(a)(5)&(6))
Sexually violent predators shall be placed on lifetime parole after release from prison (IC 35-50-6-1(e))
If a person being supervised on lifetime parole is also required to be supervised by a court, probation department, community corrections department or community transition program upon release from imprisonment, the parole board may permit the other supervising agency to exercise all or part of the parole board's supervisory responsibility during the period in which the other supervising agency is required to supervise the person, if supervision by the other supervising agency will be at least as stringent and at least as effective as supervision by the parole board (IC 35-50-6-1(g))
A sexually violent predator must notify local law enforcement when the person will be absent from his "principle place of residence" for more than 72 hours and must notify where the person will be located during the absence (if the sexually violent predator will be in another Indiana county for more than 72 hours, the person must inform local law enforcement of the location and length of the stay). Sexually violent predators who do not comply with this requirement commit Failure to Notify, a Class A misdemeanor (IC 11-8-8-18)
A sexually violent predator who knowingly or intentionally works for compensation or as a volunteer on school property, at a youth program center or a public park commits Unlawful Employment Near Children By a Sex Offender, a Class D felony (IC 35-42-4-10)
Other sex offender-related statutory changes
An "offender against children" (defined as a sexually violent predator or a person convicted of child molesting, child exploitation, child solicitation, child seduction or kidnapping if the victim is less than 18) who knowingly or intentionally resides within 1000 feet of school property, a youth program center or a public park, or establishes a residence within one (1) mile of the victim of the offense, commits Sex Offender Residency Offense, a Class D felony (IC 35-42-4-11)
Under IC 11-8-8-9(c), if a sex offender is placed on probation or in a community corrections program without being confined in a penal facility, the probation office serving the court in which the sex offender is sentenced shall perform the duties required under IC 11-8-8-9(a) and (b). (Inform the sex offender of the duty to register and require the sex offender to sign a written statement acknowledging that the sex offender was informed of the duty to register; obtain address where offender expects to reside; transmit to local law enforcement the sex offender's name, address, and offense; within 72 hours of release, transmit the offender's fingerprints, photograph, identifying factors, address, mental health treatment history, criminal history, and information as to whether the sex offender has been determined to be a sexually violent predator.
Last Revised: Wednesday, 15-Nov-2006 10:48:55 EST from the website of the Indiana Department of Correction
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IC 35-42-4-8
Sexual battery
35-42-4-8 Sec. 8. (a) A person who, with intent to arouse or satisfy the person's own sexual desires or the sexual desires of another person, touches another person when that person is:
(1) compelled to submit to the touching by force or the imminent threat of force; or
(2) so mentally disabled or deficient that consent to the touching cannot be given;
commits sexual battery, a Class D felony.
(b) An offense described in subsection (a) is a Class C felony if:
(1) it is committed by using or threatening the use of deadly force;
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(2) it is committed while armed with a deadly weapon; or
(3) the commission of the offense is facilitated by furnishing the victim, without the victim's knowledge, with a drug (as defined in IC 16-42-19-2(1)) or a controlled substance (as defined in IC 35-48-1-9) or knowing that the victim was furnished with the drug or controlled substance without the victim's knowledge.
As added by P.L.322-1987, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.31-1998, SEC.7.
IC 35-38-1-7.5
Findings regarding sexually violent predators
35-38-1-7.5 Sec. 7.5. (a) As used in this section, "sexually violent predator" means a person who suffers from a mental abnormality or personality disorder that makes the individual likely to repeatedly engage in any of the offenses described in IC 11-8-8-5. The term includes a person convicted in another jurisdiction who is identified as a sexually violent predator under IC 11-8-8-20. The term does not include a person no longer considered a sexually violent predator under subsection (g).
(b) A person who:
(1) being at least eighteen (18) years of age, commits an offense described in:
(A) IC 35-42-4-1;
(B) IC 35-42-4-2;
(C) IC 35-42-4-3 as a Class A or Class B felony;
(D) IC 35-42-4-5(a)(1);
(E) IC 35-42-4-5(a)(2);
(F) IC 35-42-4-5(a)(3);
(G) IC 35-42-4-5(b)(1) as a Class A or Class B felony;
(H) IC 35-42-4-5(b)(2); or
(I) IC 35-42-4-5(b)(3) as a Class A or Class B felony; or
(2) commits an offense described in IC 11-8-8-5 while having a previous unrelated conviction for an offense described in IC 11-8-8-5 for which the person is required to register as an offender under IC 11-8-8;
is a sexually violent predator.
(c) This section applies whenever a court sentences a person for a sex offense listed in IC 11-8-8-5 for which the person is required to register with the local law enforcement authority under IC 11-8-8.
(d) At the sentencing hearing, the court shall determine whether
the person is a sexually violent predator under subsection (b).
(e) If the court does not find the person to be a sexually violent predator under subsection (b), the court shall consult with a board of experts consisting of two (2) board certified psychologists or psychiatrists who have expertise in criminal behavioral disorders to determine if the person is a sexually violent predator under subsection (a).
(f) If the court finds that a person is a sexually violent predator:
(1) the person is required to register with the local law enforcement authority as provided in IC 11-8-8; and
(2) the court shall send notice of its finding under this subsection to the department of correction.
(g) A person who is found by a court to be a sexually violent predator may petition the court to consider whether the person should no longer be considered a sexually violent predator. The person may file a petition under this subsection not earlier than ten (10) years after:
(1) the sentencing court makes its finding under subsection (e); or
(2) a person found to be a sexually violent predator under subsection (b) is released from incarceration.
A person may file a petition under this subsection not more than one (1) time per year. If a court finds that the person should no longer be considered a sexually violent predator, the court shall send notice to the department of correction that the person is no longer considered a sexually violent predator. Notwithstanding any other law, a condition imposed on a person due to the person's status as a sexually violent predator, including lifetime parole or GPS monitoring, does not apply to a person no longer considered a sexually violent predator.
As added by P.L.56-1998, SEC.17. Amended by P.L.1-1999, SEC.77; P.L.238-2001, SEC.18; P.L.116-2002, SEC.20; P.L.6-2006, SEC.5; P.L.140-2006, SEC.21 and P.L.173-2006, SEC.21.
IC 11-8-8-5
"Sex offender"
Sec. 5. (a) As used in this chapter, "sex offender" means a person
convicted of any of the following offenses:
(1) Rape (IC 35-42-4-1).
(2) Criminal deviate conduct (IC 35-42-4-2).
(3) Child molesting (IC 35-42-4-3).
(4) Child exploitation (IC 35-42-4-4(b)).
(5) Vicarious sexual gratification (IC 35-42-4-5).
(6) Child solicitation (IC 35-42-4-6).
(7) Child seduction (IC 35-42-4-7).
(8) Sexual misconduct with a minor as a Class A, Class B, or
Class C felony (IC 35-42-4-9).
(9) Incest (IC 35-46-1-3).
(10) Sexual battery (IC 35-42-4-8).
(11) Kidnapping (IC 35-42-3-2), if the victim is less than
eighteen (18) years of age.
(12) Criminal confinement (IC 35-42-3-3), if the victim is less
than eighteen (18) years of age.
(13) Possession of child pornography (IC 35-42-4-4(c)), if the
person has a prior unrelated conviction for possession of child
pornography (IC 35-42-4-4(c)).
(14) An attempt or conspiracy to commit a crime listed in
subdivisions (1) through (13).
(15) A crime under the laws of another jurisdiction, including
a military court, that is substantially equivalent to any of the
offenses listed in subdivisions (1) through (14).
(b) The term includes:
(1) a person who is required to register as a sex offender in any
jurisdiction; and
(2) a child who has committed a delinquent act and who:
(A) is at least fourteen (14) years of age;
(B) is on probation, is on parole, is discharged from a facility
by the department of correction, is discharged from a secure
private facility (as defined in IC 31-9-2-115), or is
discharged from a juvenile detention facility as a result of an
adjudication as a delinquent child for an act that would be an
offense described in subsection (a) if committed by an adult;
and
(C) is found by a court by clear and convincing evidence to
be likely to repeat an act that would be an offense described
in subsection (a) if committed by an adult.
As added by P.L.140-2006, SEC.13 and P.L.173-2006, SEC.13.
2006 Legislative Changes to Sex Offender Registry
Senate Enrolled Act 6 (Public Law 139), Senate Enrolled Act 12 (Public Law 140), Senate Enrolled Act 246 (Public Law 6), and House Enrolled Act 1155 (Public Law 173) made numerous changes to the sex offender registry and to local registration laws for adult sex offenders, effective July 1, 2006. Senate Enrolled Act 12 and House Enrolled Act 1155 also made several changes to the requirements for collection of DNA samples. These changes were also effective July 1, 2006. Below is a summary of the changes.
Oversight of the Sex Offender Registry transferred to the Department of Correction (IC 11-8-2-12.4) DOC is now responsible for the oversight of the registry, rather than the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute
The Sex Offender Directory is eliminated and its functions transferred to the sex offender registry
The registration statute is now IC 11-8-8 (formerly IC 5-2-12)
DOC is required to establish a "format" for registration
DOC is required to inform and train judges, prosecuting attorneys, law enforcement officials, parole officers, probation officers, and community corrections officials concerning the requirements of the sex offender registry
DOC must update the registry daily and make the registry available on the internet (IC 11-8-2-13)
DOC must register incarcerated offenders prior to release
DOC may reduce good time credit for an offender who does not participate in a sex offender treatment program or who does not register before being released from incarceration
Registration-definition of "offender" (IC 11-8-8-5)
Definition of sex offender expanded to include a person who is required to register in any jurisdiction (this is important for persons transferring to Indiana under the Interstate Compact)
General registration requirements (IC 11-8-8)
Sex offenders committed to DOC shall register with the Department before release from incarceration (DOC forwards this information to the local law enforcement authority where the offender will reside)
Sex offenders not committed to DOC must register within 7 days of being placed on probation
Sex offenders subject to registration requirements must carry a valid Indiana driver's license or ID (Class A misdemeanor for failure to possess identification)
As a condition of probation, a sex offender shall not establish a new residence within one mile of the victim of the offense unless granted a waiver by the court
A sex offender living in a "temporary residence" must register within 72 hours of moving into the residence and at least once every 7 days while living in the temporary residence
Sexually violent predators (IC 35-38-1-7.5) Definition expanded to include offenders who commit rape, criminal deviate conduct, child molesting as a Class A or Class B felony, or vicarious sexual gratification, and offenders who commit sex offenses listed in IC 11-8-8-5 while having a previous unrelated conviction for an offense listed in IC 11-8-8-5 for which the person is required to register
Whenever a court sentences a person for a sex offense listed in IC 11-8-8-5, the court must determine if the person is a sexually violent predator under IC 35-38-1-7.5(b). If the court does not find the person to be a sexually violent predator under subsection (b), the court shall consult with two (2) board certified psychologists/psychiatrists to determine if the person is a sexually violent predator under subsection (a).
If the court finds a person to be a sexually violent predator, the court shall send notice of its finding to DOC (IC 35-38-1-7.5(f)(2))
Sexually violent predators must register within 72 hours of being released from prison or placed on probation, parole, or home detention (IC 11-8-8-7(h))
A juvenile court may not appoint a sexually violent predator to serve as the guardian or custodian of a child (IC 31-30-1-2.5)
Sexually violent predators may be deprived of credit time earned at DOC if the person refuses to register as a sex offender before release or refuses to participate in a sex offender treatment program (IC 35-50-6-5(a)(5)&(6))
Sexually violent predators shall be placed on lifetime parole after release from prison (IC 35-50-6-1(e))
If a person being supervised on lifetime parole is also required to be supervised by a court, probation department, community corrections department or community transition program upon release from imprisonment, the parole board may permit the other supervising agency to exercise all or part of the parole board's supervisory responsibility during the period in which the other supervising agency is required to supervise the person, if supervision by the other supervising agency will be at least as stringent and at least as effective as supervision by the parole board (IC 35-50-6-1(g))
A sexually violent predator must notify local law enforcement when the person will be absent from his "principle place of residence" for more than 72 hours and must notify where the person will be located during the absence (if the sexually violent predator will be in another Indiana county for more than 72 hours, the person must inform local law enforcement of the location and length of the stay). Sexually violent predators who do not comply with this requirement commit Failure to Notify, a Class A misdemeanor (IC 11-8-8-18)
A sexually violent predator who knowingly or intentionally works for compensation or as a volunteer on school property, at a youth program center or a public park commits Unlawful Employment Near Children By a Sex Offender, a Class D felony (IC 35-42-4-10)
Other sex offender-related statutory changes
An "offender against children" (defined as a sexually violent predator or a person convicted of child molesting, child exploitation, child solicitation, child seduction or kidnapping if the victim is less than 18) who knowingly or intentionally resides within 1000 feet of school property, a youth program center or a public park, or establishes a residence within one (1) mile of the victim of the offense, commits Sex Offender Residency Offense, a Class D felony (IC 35-42-4-11)
Under IC 11-8-8-9(c), if a sex offender is placed on probation or in a community corrections program without being confined in a penal facility, the probation office serving the court in which the sex offender is sentenced shall perform the duties required under IC 11-8-8-9(a) and (b). (Inform the sex offender of the duty to register and require the sex offender to sign a written statement acknowledging that the sex offender was informed of the duty to register; obtain address where offender expects to reside; transmit to local law enforcement the sex offender's name, address, and offense; within 72 hours of release, transmit the offender's fingerprints, photograph, identifying factors, address, mental health treatment history, criminal history, and information as to whether the sex offender has been determined to be a sexually violent predator.
Last Revised: Wednesday, 15-Nov-2006 10:48:55 EST from the website of the Indiana Department of Correction
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260-421-1355
Concordia Lutheran Church
4245 E. Lake Ave.
Fort Wayne, IN
260-749-5947
Tecumseh Library
1411 E. State
Fort Wayne, Ien N
260-421-1360
Grabill Mission Church
13637 State Street
Grabill, IN
New Haven, IN
648 Green Street
New Haven, IN
260-421-1345
Woodburn United Methodist Church
4300 Becker Road
Woodburn, IN
260-627-2962
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
Another Blogger Missing in Action
First,I know it's just not me. But one of the blogger is missing in action. What's up? Could this be from misdeed?
Second, I also have a copycat blog out there that has nothing to do with me. It's called dowdellresearchmirror.blogspot.com I know. Sad Sad Sad This blog has the same title, similiar address, and same signature. It was not enough to go to my block the next best thing is to copy my blog.
I'll keep writing because I can.
Second, I also have a copycat blog out there that has nothing to do with me. It's called dowdellresearchmirror.blogspot.com I know. Sad Sad Sad This blog has the same title, similiar address, and same signature. It was not enough to go to my block the next best thing is to copy my blog.
I'll keep writing because I can.
Indiana Blogger received media award
The Indiana Law Blog received a media award. Marcia Oddi received the 2006 excellent in public information and education award. Ms. Oddi web log is" devoted to providing information on Indiana court decisions and other legal developments. Judge David Chidester of Porter Superior Court nominated Ms. Oddi for providing citizens with an up-to-date capsule of all matters involving Indiana law. Ms. Oddi has published The Indiana Law Blog since 2002," according to a press release by Indiana Court. The press release reports, "[t]hese awards give us a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the very fine work done by journalists and judges across Indiana to help citizens gain a better understanding of the justice system,” Judge Marnocha said.
My no way out letter to Santa
0000 Reindeer Rd
North Pole
Dear Santa:
I know it's been awhile since you've heard from me. Well if you must know, I think it goes back to the day, I saw family members placing stuff under the tree instead of you. And I've been drinking your milk and eating your chocolate chip cookies ever since. I tried telling a few folks, including my own children that's there is no such thing as a Santa Claus. But they weren't feeling me, you feel me Santa? Some folks are just looking for something to believe in
Anyways, the reason for me writing you, now is because I have two wishes this year. I know Santa you have some big demands placed by the little ones. But, I'm only asking you to deliver on one of my wishes. The other wish is being covered by you know who? (-wink-wink-). If you can deliver on this wish, I think I could start putting back up that tree and all those colorful lights. Guess what, in my neighborhood I've seen two houses with big spotlights highlighting their holiday decorations. I'm telling you it sure brings back memories. But, the decorations, the lights are not why I am writing you, Santa.
I writing you Santa because I want to deliver the President to a soup kitchen on Christmas Day to eat his family dinner. Did you think I was going to ask for something for me. No, Santa I really don't believe in you, but I think the Prez does. It's just a feeling I have Santa. So, if you can get President George Bush, Jr. to go to a soup kitchen in Washington, D.C. And you get the Prez to spend some time with families who are just trying to stay alive with the basic, it sure will bring a smile to my face. I know, I know Santa you are about commercialism and not about giving out hope. But, I was just thinking if you could do this, one thing, a whole lot of other children could continue to believe in you. Especially those who probably won't have much under their Christmas tree and will be sitting there in that soup kitchen.
You see the Prez has spent billions of dollar fighting a war. Money that could have been spent on creating some jobs maybe for their family. Money spent to keep some of these children from being homeless. These children want the President to know that's more in important to them and not winning the war in Iraq.
Well, I've got to go now. You see, I'm one of those who is blessed to be earning a little chump change. Oh I'm not complaining, Santa. Geez, if it wasn't for you know who, I probably wouldn't get my second wish. Oh you want to know what my second wish is? Peace on Earth and Goodwill towards mankind.
Happy Holidays to you
North Pole
Dear Santa:
I know it's been awhile since you've heard from me. Well if you must know, I think it goes back to the day, I saw family members placing stuff under the tree instead of you. And I've been drinking your milk and eating your chocolate chip cookies ever since. I tried telling a few folks, including my own children that's there is no such thing as a Santa Claus. But they weren't feeling me, you feel me Santa? Some folks are just looking for something to believe in
Anyways, the reason for me writing you, now is because I have two wishes this year. I know Santa you have some big demands placed by the little ones. But, I'm only asking you to deliver on one of my wishes. The other wish is being covered by you know who? (-wink-wink-). If you can deliver on this wish, I think I could start putting back up that tree and all those colorful lights. Guess what, in my neighborhood I've seen two houses with big spotlights highlighting their holiday decorations. I'm telling you it sure brings back memories. But, the decorations, the lights are not why I am writing you, Santa.
I writing you Santa because I want to deliver the President to a soup kitchen on Christmas Day to eat his family dinner. Did you think I was going to ask for something for me. No, Santa I really don't believe in you, but I think the Prez does. It's just a feeling I have Santa. So, if you can get President George Bush, Jr. to go to a soup kitchen in Washington, D.C. And you get the Prez to spend some time with families who are just trying to stay alive with the basic, it sure will bring a smile to my face. I know, I know Santa you are about commercialism and not about giving out hope. But, I was just thinking if you could do this, one thing, a whole lot of other children could continue to believe in you. Especially those who probably won't have much under their Christmas tree and will be sitting there in that soup kitchen.
You see the Prez has spent billions of dollar fighting a war. Money that could have been spent on creating some jobs maybe for their family. Money spent to keep some of these children from being homeless. These children want the President to know that's more in important to them and not winning the war in Iraq.
Well, I've got to go now. You see, I'm one of those who is blessed to be earning a little chump change. Oh I'm not complaining, Santa. Geez, if it wasn't for you know who, I probably wouldn't get my second wish. Oh you want to know what my second wish is? Peace on Earth and Goodwill towards mankind.
Happy Holidays to you
Tupac Shakur Remembered
Tis the season to be generous. Jada Pinkett Smith remembers the memory of Tupac by donating one million dollars to the art school the two attended in Baltimore. The funds will come from the Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation, according to the Associated Press.
On another note, charitable giving is one way of reducing tax liability before December, 31, 2006.
On another note, charitable giving is one way of reducing tax liability before December, 31, 2006.
Help Wanted
Seeking writers and photos
Please email me dowdells@comcast.net
Seeking articles on women issues
African-Americans issues
Political issues
Photos of Fort Wayne cultural events
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African-Americans issues
Political issues
Photos of Fort Wayne cultural events
Monday, December 11, 2006
Scott Wims
Some folks are gearing up to prepare for winter and other folks are stretching their muscle for track and field events. Nebraska Track and Field under the title,
Impressive Marks Posted at Husker Intrasquad Meet is impressed with Fort Wayne, Indiana Scott Wims.
"Several other impressive-looking newcomers exhibited why Track & Field News ranked both Nebraska’s men’s and women’s 2006 recruiting classes among the top-10 groups nationally. In addition to Grier, Hulett and Stately, freshman Scott Wims (6.85) won the 60-meter dash and freshmen Seth Burney (17-1) skyed well past his previous-best performance to win the pole vault. Redshirt freshman Tyrell Ross also won the 60-meter hurdles in 8.15."
Impressive Marks Posted at Husker Intrasquad Meet is impressed with Fort Wayne, Indiana Scott Wims.
"Several other impressive-looking newcomers exhibited why Track & Field News ranked both Nebraska’s men’s and women’s 2006 recruiting classes among the top-10 groups nationally. In addition to Grier, Hulett and Stately, freshman Scott Wims (6.85) won the 60-meter dash and freshmen Seth Burney (17-1) skyed well past his previous-best performance to win the pole vault. Redshirt freshman Tyrell Ross also won the 60-meter hurdles in 8.15."
Unequally Yoked
The question should I stay should I go ? Perhaps, will not have to be answered with a new law against batterers.
Just imagine a knock on your door, and you are told to gather a few of your things because you are being asked to leave your home.
And then imagine, leaving your home on a chilly night and you must leave your children behind
And then imagine what the discomfort of knowing you will not hug your child or prepare your child breakfast the next morning, or the next, or the next
And the only way you will see them again without going to jail is for a judge to say it's okay.
Just imagine.. to the survivor..just imagine
Marianne Williamson Poem
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.
Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.
It is our light, not our darkness
That most frightens us.
We ask ourselves
Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?
Actually, who are you not to be?
You are a child of God.
Your playing small
Does not serve the world.
There's nothing enlightened about shrinking
So that other people won't feel insecure around you.
We are all meant to shine, As children do.
We were born to make manifest The glory of God that is within us.
It's not just in some of us; It's in everyone.
And as we let our own light shine,
We unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.
As we're liberated from our own fear,
Our presence automatically liberates others.
Now no more fear. (Bold added)
Is this how we protect our children?
Just imagine a knock on your door, and you are told to gather a few of your things because you are being asked to leave your home.
And then imagine, leaving your home on a chilly night and you must leave your children behind
And then imagine what the discomfort of knowing you will not hug your child or prepare your child breakfast the next morning, or the next, or the next
And the only way you will see them again without going to jail is for a judge to say it's okay.
Just imagine.. to the survivor..just imagine
Marianne Williamson Poem
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.
Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.
It is our light, not our darkness
That most frightens us.
We ask ourselves
Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?
Actually, who are you not to be?
You are a child of God.
Your playing small
Does not serve the world.
There's nothing enlightened about shrinking
So that other people won't feel insecure around you.
We are all meant to shine, As children do.
We were born to make manifest The glory of God that is within us.
It's not just in some of us; It's in everyone.
And as we let our own light shine,
We unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.
As we're liberated from our own fear,
Our presence automatically liberates others.
Now no more fear. (Bold added)
Is this how we protect our children?
Sunday, December 10, 2006
Saturday, December 09, 2006
Peace Be Still
Fellow Blogger Mitchell Harper, ( FWOB) , who served as Indiana State House Representative from 1978-1990 father passed over the weekend. His father, Homer H. Harper died during the afternoon of December 8, 2006 was 83.
Baby Boomer Discrimination --No Need to Apply
As baby boomers age out, they are finding that companies are either attempting to force them out or into voluntary retirement. Or at will employers decide they want to replace older workers with a younger staff. Folks are living much longer. Today, life expectancy, for baby boomers is much longer than their parents. Folks are living much longer. The old 60s is today's new 50 year old.
The aging baby boomers can retire at age 62 to receive retirement benefit from Social Security. The average for retiring since 1980 has been at least 63, according to Sara E. Rix of
AARP Public Policy Institute in Update on the Aged 55+Worker: 2005, see Rix's Table 3 below:
Social Security Retired Workers: Average
Age of Benefit Award and Percent Awarded
Benefits at Age 62, 1980-2004
Average Age of Award Percent Awarded at 62
Men Women Men Women
1980 63.9 63.7 30.1% 41.6%
1985 63.7 63.4 45.5% 57.9%
1990 63.7 63.5 47.2% 55.9%
1995 63.7 63.5 49.3% 55.4%
2000* 64.1 63.8 41.6% 52.2%
2001* 63.7 63.7 46.8% 51.3%
2002* 63.7 63.6 46.4% 52.9%
2003* 63.6 63.6 48.3% 53.5%
2004 63.7 63.6 49.0% 54.1%
* Includes conversions from nondisabled
widow(er)’s benefits to retired worker benefits.
Source: Social Security Administration, Annual
Statistical Supplement to the Social Security
Bulletin 2005, Table 6.B5.
An individual must earn at least 40 credit from working before receiving this benefit. A credit is granted four credit a year if you earn at least $3,880 during each year The benefits are paid in a monthly check based on their earning. Moreover, the government has thrown in an incentive for baby boomers to delay their retirement past 62. If an individual delay their retirement until the age of 66 or 70, the monthly benefits increases with the highest monthly benefit at age 70. Nevertheless, in 1983 the government increase the full benefit born in 1960 and later to age 67. One the government understand folks are living longer, and second the government has an obligation to make sure these benefits are available to those individuals who contributed to the fund by paying their taxes.
Nevertheless, the aging boomers cost of living far exceed the monthly benefit and many continue to work. Older workers are competing in the labor pools with younger college skilled worker compared to their on the job training skills. Although, some aging boomers refuse to be left behind by returning to college to learn the new technologies can not combat the perception of diminished capacity. The desire for youthfulness in the workplace can not overcome the experienced of boomers or the subtlety of ageism.
For women, ageism is part and parcel of sexism. Especially if they are low or middle income women. You don't see folks requesting or telling Tina Turner to retire, or Barbara Walter, or Martha Stewart or Maya Angelo or Sylvester Stallone. The best protection against ageism that the government could muster up was the United State Age Discrimination Act. The act provides a remedy for those who believe that were unjustly discriminated against based on their age. The act covers individuals who are 40 years old or older.
"A charge of age discrimination can be filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the state fair employment agency. The charge must be filed within 180 days of the date of discrimination or within 300 days of the discrimination in states with a law prohibiting age discrimination and an agency to enforce that law", cited in Laura McCann's article, Age Discrimination in Employment Legislation: The United States Experience.
The aging baby boomers can retire at age 62 to receive retirement benefit from Social Security. The average for retiring since 1980 has been at least 63, according to Sara E. Rix of
AARP Public Policy Institute in Update on the Aged 55+Worker: 2005, see Rix's Table 3 below:
Social Security Retired Workers: Average
Age of Benefit Award and Percent Awarded
Benefits at Age 62, 1980-2004
Average Age of Award Percent Awarded at 62
Men Women Men Women
1980 63.9 63.7 30.1% 41.6%
1985 63.7 63.4 45.5% 57.9%
1990 63.7 63.5 47.2% 55.9%
1995 63.7 63.5 49.3% 55.4%
2000* 64.1 63.8 41.6% 52.2%
2001* 63.7 63.7 46.8% 51.3%
2002* 63.7 63.6 46.4% 52.9%
2003* 63.6 63.6 48.3% 53.5%
2004 63.7 63.6 49.0% 54.1%
* Includes conversions from nondisabled
widow(er)’s benefits to retired worker benefits.
Source: Social Security Administration, Annual
Statistical Supplement to the Social Security
Bulletin 2005, Table 6.B5.
An individual must earn at least 40 credit from working before receiving this benefit. A credit is granted four credit a year if you earn at least $3,880 during each year The benefits are paid in a monthly check based on their earning. Moreover, the government has thrown in an incentive for baby boomers to delay their retirement past 62. If an individual delay their retirement until the age of 66 or 70, the monthly benefits increases with the highest monthly benefit at age 70. Nevertheless, in 1983 the government increase the full benefit born in 1960 and later to age 67. One the government understand folks are living longer, and second the government has an obligation to make sure these benefits are available to those individuals who contributed to the fund by paying their taxes.
Nevertheless, the aging boomers cost of living far exceed the monthly benefit and many continue to work. Older workers are competing in the labor pools with younger college skilled worker compared to their on the job training skills. Although, some aging boomers refuse to be left behind by returning to college to learn the new technologies can not combat the perception of diminished capacity. The desire for youthfulness in the workplace can not overcome the experienced of boomers or the subtlety of ageism.
For women, ageism is part and parcel of sexism. Especially if they are low or middle income women. You don't see folks requesting or telling Tina Turner to retire, or Barbara Walter, or Martha Stewart or Maya Angelo or Sylvester Stallone. The best protection against ageism that the government could muster up was the United State Age Discrimination Act. The act provides a remedy for those who believe that were unjustly discriminated against based on their age. The act covers individuals who are 40 years old or older.
"A charge of age discrimination can be filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the state fair employment agency. The charge must be filed within 180 days of the date of discrimination or within 300 days of the discrimination in states with a law prohibiting age discrimination and an agency to enforce that law", cited in Laura McCann's article, Age Discrimination in Employment Legislation: The United States Experience.
Friday, December 08, 2006
Drug Bust
A drug bust was made in the 2800 block of South Lafayette. That's just around the corner from the 2500 block of Caroline Street. For years, I means drugs have been dealt in the open market on the street. Drug dealers stand on the sidewalk in front of houses on Caroline Street. I guess if you don't have a house for the city to condemn, it okay to deal drugs in the neighborhood.
Steve Shine Motion, Motion, and mores Motion
A Motion was filed to seal record in regards to the marriage of Laura Shine and Steven Shine with memorandum attached. Other motions were filed December 7, 2006 covering respondent's (Steven Shine) motion to strike petitioner's (Laura Shine) petition for dissolution, answer to petitioner's petition for dissolution and respondent's affirmative response, and motion to strike petitioner's motion for emergency and expedited appointment of special judge and for sanctions in regards to the marriage of Laura Shine and Steven Shine.
Including in the record was an ante nuptial agreement, listing separate values of the parties. An ante-nuptial agreement is a legal binding contract. However, it is rebuttal under condition found to be unconscionable, according to the Uniform Premarital Agreement Act which was drafted in 1983. Indiana has similar provisions incorporated in its code.
In September 21, 2006, the Supreme Court in Kentucky declared an ante-nuptial unconscionable. Here's more information about ante-nuptial, sometimes called a prenuptial, or premarital agreement.
Including in the record was an ante nuptial agreement, listing separate values of the parties. An ante-nuptial agreement is a legal binding contract. However, it is rebuttal under condition found to be unconscionable, according to the Uniform Premarital Agreement Act which was drafted in 1983. Indiana has similar provisions incorporated in its code.
In September 21, 2006, the Supreme Court in Kentucky declared an ante-nuptial unconscionable. Here's more information about ante-nuptial, sometimes called a prenuptial, or premarital agreement.
Steve Shine Wife's Demands
Charles Pratt recused himself when Laura Shine attorney, Michael Loomis requested a special judge, according to the petition filed with the Allen County Clerk's Office. Mrs. Shine petition voiced some concerns about conflict of interest within the Allen County pointing to the fact that the Allen County Sheriff Office came out to her home to oust her from her home (see below). The Allen County Sheriff protects the judges of the Circuit and Superior Court including staff members. I thought they were to protect the citizens no wonder there were so many knuckle heads running around trying to intimidate folks. Sheriff Ken Fries I suggest youput them in a car to patrol the streets, they are not protecting anyone. Some of these officers can barely move but are carrying guns. Now, if a criminal was to enter the building do you think they would be able to run them down, before they got to the judges' chamber? I don't think so. I know you got this big thing going right now to prevent folks from upsetting the high and mighty judges who sit on the bench for a few hours a day. And you call that beefed up security, when it gives more privileges to the folks who work in the courthouse.
Back to the petition of Laura Shine (and the court )the reason I combine the two they are almost inseparable. The petition claims, " The Allen County Sheriff Department also involved itself in the service of a protective order secured by Respondent on November 28, 2006 against petitioner that were outside the purview of the Sheriff's role in the service of a protective order and reflected the influence of respondent." Hmmm, the officers are not attorney, it would it seems to being telling the court.
The petition continues, " Respondent has made a number of false public comments about the incidents of November 9, 2006 and about his marriage and family." Suggesting that these false public comments have been in print and in the electronic media. The petition goes on to suggest that the petitioner believes that the respondent's political reach may unduly prejudice the treatment and outcome of her case..citing one example of this that one Allen County Judge was summoned by respondent to the marital residence on or about November 12, 2006 only three days after the incident being investigated by the Indiana State Police on November 9, 2006 in an effect to by respondent to intimidate petitioner.
More telling about this woman's character is found in her Verified Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. In this petition, the petitioner request the court to determine the appropriate arrangements for custody and visitation of the minor children..
The petitioner request the court issue an order making equitable distribution of the property between the parties. And that the court award the petitioner reasonable attorney fees and costs of this action. Mrs. Shine it appears seem to be simply asking the court to follow the guidelines in granting a divorce in this matter.
Let me do my disclaimer here, I have no interest in the outcome of this matter, I am only blogging about an issue that may impact the African-American community.
Back to the petition of Laura Shine (and the court )the reason I combine the two they are almost inseparable. The petition claims, " The Allen County Sheriff Department also involved itself in the service of a protective order secured by Respondent on November 28, 2006 against petitioner that were outside the purview of the Sheriff's role in the service of a protective order and reflected the influence of respondent." Hmmm, the officers are not attorney, it would it seems to being telling the court.
The petition continues, " Respondent has made a number of false public comments about the incidents of November 9, 2006 and about his marriage and family." Suggesting that these false public comments have been in print and in the electronic media. The petition goes on to suggest that the petitioner believes that the respondent's political reach may unduly prejudice the treatment and outcome of her case..citing one example of this that one Allen County Judge was summoned by respondent to the marital residence on or about November 12, 2006 only three days after the incident being investigated by the Indiana State Police on November 9, 2006 in an effect to by respondent to intimidate petitioner.
More telling about this woman's character is found in her Verified Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. In this petition, the petitioner request the court to determine the appropriate arrangements for custody and visitation of the minor children..
The petitioner request the court issue an order making equitable distribution of the property between the parties. And that the court award the petitioner reasonable attorney fees and costs of this action. Mrs. Shine it appears seem to be simply asking the court to follow the guidelines in granting a divorce in this matter.
Let me do my disclaimer here, I have no interest in the outcome of this matter, I am only blogging about an issue that may impact the African-American community.
Drunk Judge may return to his Bench
John F. Hanley, a Marion County Superior judge in Indianapolis was arrested driving while drunk. It was reported that Hanley alcohol level was .16 , twice the amount of an intoxicated person. One quote in the article, "He's a good man. He's been accused of making a mistake," Shroyer said. "This time of year, with Christmas parties and all the holiday revelry, there's sure to be the annual list of embarrassing events." It's no mistake to get behind the wheel, put the key in the ignition and drive out after you had to drink. You just don't care.
Hat tip to Indiana Law Blog.
Indiananewscenter reported that Douglas Foy entered a preliminary plead of not guilty. Foy is charged with various forgery charges.
Fort Wayne Observed reports that Nelson Peterson has hired a well-respected campaign manager. Makes me wonder compared to who? Can I get some fries with that shake?
Hat tip to Indiana Law Blog.
Indiananewscenter reported that Douglas Foy entered a preliminary plead of not guilty. Foy is charged with various forgery charges.
Fort Wayne Observed reports that Nelson Peterson has hired a well-respected campaign manager. Makes me wonder compared to who? Can I get some fries with that shake?
Thursday, December 07, 2006
tekinteractive checks out Fort Wayne African-American Independent Woman Blog
I've stated that what is said on the internet stays on the internet, comments are listed below.
I had warned a previous blogger, whom website was previous taken down, about attempting to attack me instead of the comments. I believe he has been sued several times for having his head up his rear end.
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< a href="http://blog.bitchen.com/" rel="external nofollow">Bitchen> Says: July 10th, 2006 at 9:33 am
Careful! You’re gonna get yourself kicked out of the blogosphere!
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Give me a break..
('/outbound/article/dowdellresearch.blogspot.com');" She’s absolutely nuts
So, now you delete all of the comments on the above articel because you do not like that they dis you black woman? Well this black woman is so so tired of you. I am starting my own blog just to call you out.
I think you already have black woman using other folks name like S. Shine name, Vincent Robinson, Chris Douse, Latisha Williams and who knows who else name on this site?
I had warned a previous blogger, whom website was previous taken down, about attempting to attack me instead of the comments. I believe he has been sued several times for having his head up his rear end.
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This Bitch Needs to Move Back Africa
http://dowdellresearch.blogspot.com/2006/07/specialized-school-at-old-southtown.html
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One Response to “This Bitch Needs to Move Back Africa”
< a href="http://blog.bitchen.com/" rel="external nofollow">Bitchen> Says: July 10th, 2006 at 9:33 am
Careful! You’re gonna get yourself kicked out of the blogosphere!
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Give me a break..
('/outbound/article/dowdellresearch.blogspot.com');" She’s absolutely nuts
5 Responses to “Give me a break..”
Jessica Says: November 29th, 2006 at 1:36 pm
(Still scratching my head and trying to figure that article out?)
Um, was there a point? I got so lost in trying to figure out the ebonics I couldn’t follow the flow - oh yeah, because there wasn’t any…
In regards to the Ken Fries topic, I wonder who she felt was a good appointment that met her criteria? Was there even someone that she can justify as being passed over for such positions? Maybe that would have shed a bit of light on her rant…
In regards to her Steve Shine rant, did she like leave a few sentences out???
Maybe that other person will come on her blog and translate what was said…
trying2hide Says: November 29th, 2006 at 5:27 pm
Soon to be official Sheriff Fries had so many to pick from in that diversity base! Golly gee wiz! I suppose that is why he chose the SWAT and officers with the most training? Maybe he should have picked rookies? Oh and next they can change to day-glo uniforms! Then in the dark the criminals won’t be at a disadvantage by not being able to see the officers sneak up on them! Give me a break!
ADK Says: November 29th, 2006 at 5:59 pm
That took me a really long time to read. Between the awful grammar and the tears from me laughing so fucking hard at the ‘ol hatchet job she did on Mother English….
timzank Says: November 29th, 2006 at 7:01 pm
Jess…I’m gonna wait for her “ghost writer” to chime in.
Bob G. Says: November 30th, 2006 at 9:25 am
T2H…LMAO…that is funny as hell!
Andy…it’s MUTHA English, (accent on the 2nd syllable).
You guys…wonderfully sarcastic, and yet so succinct in your assessments…I love it!
;)
B.G.
Steven Shine Wife's Demands
Charles Pratt recused himself when Laura Shine attorney, Michael Loomis requested a special judge, according to the petition filed with the Allen County Clerk's Office. Mrs. Shine petition voiced some concerns about conflict of interest within the Allen County pointing to the fact that the Allen County Sheriff Office came out to her home to oust her from her home (see below). The Allen County Sheriff protects the judges of the Circuit and Superior Court including staff members. I thought they were to protect the citizens no wonder there were so many knuckle heads running around trying to intimidate folks. Sheriff Ken Fries I suggest youput them in a car to patrol the streets, they are not protecting anyone. Some of these officers can barely move but are carrying guns. Now, if a criminal was to enter the building do you think they would be able to run them down, before they got to the judges' chamber? I don't think so. I know you got this big thing going right now to prevent folks from upsetting the high and mighty judges who sit on the bench for a few hours a day. And you call that beefed up security, when it gives more privileges to the folks who work in the courthouse.
Back to the petition of Laura Shine (and the court )the reason I combine the two they are almost inseparable. The petition claims, " The Allen County Sheriff Department also involved itself in the service of a protective order secured by Respondent on November 28, 2006 against petitioner that were outside the purview of the Sheriff's role in the service of a protective order and reflected the influence of respondent." Hmmm, the officers are not attorney, it would it seems to being telling the court.
The petition continues, " Respondent has made a number of false public comments about the incidents of November 9, 2006 and about his marriage and family." Suggesting that these false public comments have been in print and in the electronic media. The petition goes on to suggest that the petitioner believes that the respondent's political reach may unduly prejudice the treatment and outcome of her case..citing one example of this that one Allen County Judge was summoned by respondent to the marital residence on or about November 12, 2006 only three days after the incident being investigated by the Indiana State Police on November 9, 2006 in an effect to by respondent to intimidate petitioner.
More telling about this woman character is found in her Verified Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. In this petition, the petitioner request the court to determine the appropriate arrangements for custody and visitation of the minor children..
The petitioner request the court issue an order making equitable distribution of the property between the parties.
and that the court award the petitioner reasonable attorney fees and costs of this action.
Mrs. Shine it appears seem to be simply asking the court to follow the guidelines in granting a divorce in this matter.
Let me do my disclaimer here, I have no interest in the outcome of this matter, I am only blogging about an issue that may impact the African-American community.
Back to the petition of Laura Shine (and the court )the reason I combine the two they are almost inseparable. The petition claims, " The Allen County Sheriff Department also involved itself in the service of a protective order secured by Respondent on November 28, 2006 against petitioner that were outside the purview of the Sheriff's role in the service of a protective order and reflected the influence of respondent." Hmmm, the officers are not attorney, it would it seems to being telling the court.
The petition continues, " Respondent has made a number of false public comments about the incidents of November 9, 2006 and about his marriage and family." Suggesting that these false public comments have been in print and in the electronic media. The petition goes on to suggest that the petitioner believes that the respondent's political reach may unduly prejudice the treatment and outcome of her case..citing one example of this that one Allen County Judge was summoned by respondent to the marital residence on or about November 12, 2006 only three days after the incident being investigated by the Indiana State Police on November 9, 2006 in an effect to by respondent to intimidate petitioner.
More telling about this woman character is found in her Verified Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. In this petition, the petitioner request the court to determine the appropriate arrangements for custody and visitation of the minor children..
The petitioner request the court issue an order making equitable distribution of the property between the parties.
and that the court award the petitioner reasonable attorney fees and costs of this action.
Mrs. Shine it appears seem to be simply asking the court to follow the guidelines in granting a divorce in this matter.
Let me do my disclaimer here, I have no interest in the outcome of this matter, I am only blogging about an issue that may impact the African-American community.
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