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LulzSec's Sabu To Be Sentenced In New York
DavidGilbert99 writes "Two and a half years after he was arrested at his New York apartment by the FBI, LulzSEc member-turned-FBI informant Hector Monsegur (aka Sabu) is set to be sentenced in the South District of New York court at 4pm local time on Monday where he could face up to 124 years in jail. However, following his cooperation with the US authorities, Monsegur is likely to get a much reduced sentence and could avoid jail completely. His sentencing has been adjourned numerous times for unknown reasons, and if the FBI have any more use for him, then we could see it delayed again."
Just in from New York - Sabu's sentencing has been delayed once again without explanation http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/lulzsecs-sabu-be-sentenced-new-york-1432049
I see no sarcasm. I see a valid argument.
The teenager who got drunk wasn't mature enough to be aware of the severity of his actions. That's why we have a juvenile system in the first place. Even if, while sober, he intended to get drunk and drive recklessly, he probably couldn't understand the risk involved. That's why his sentence is only 10 years' probation rather that jail time. It's a sentence that fits reasonably well with several counts of accidental manslaughter and a DWI.
On the other hand, Sabu indeed clearly set out to cause harm to others. Granted he may have considered it a noble cause, but that's beside the point. Crimes committed in the name of vigilantism are still crimes, and Sabu was mature enough to know the ramifications of his actions.
You do not have a moral or legal right to do absolutely anything you want.
Aaron Swartz was offered a plea deal to serve 3 months.