I don’t want to read in the paper that you finally caused that accident or finally hurt someone.
I want to believe that you can change.
But that change has to start with accountability.
It has to start with accepting that what you did was wrong.
It has to start with understanding that this sentence is not about me being mean.
It is about justice and protecting the community.
And yes, it is about giving you a wake-up call that might just save your life.
You have the right to appeal this sentence to the Rhode Island Superior Court within 30 days.
Attorney Morrison will explain that process, but I want you to know that I have been very careful in
crafting this sentence to be within the bounds of the law, and I am confident it will withstand any appeal.
I also want to say something to Officer Daniel Martinez.
