Because two 25 year sentences for the sale of $3,000 of oxycontin by a first time teenage offender is the kind of harsh, draconian penalty the United States condemns when other countries impose it on U.S. citizens.

Because an alternative sentence of six years maximum for first offenders was readily available, but was ignored by an over-zealous judge who compromised the independence of the judiciary to work hand-in-hand with law enforcement.

Because over $1 million in fines and five years probation is further punishment far in excess of the actual crime.

Because it should never be acceptable for law enforcement to take the spotlight off itself by setting up a sting operation to scapegoat everyone involved in a case instead of solving it.

Because Florida's lack of parole means she will serve at least 21 years of her sentence even with good behavior.

Because a non-violent first offense by an 18-year-old shouldn't result in 25 years behind bars with hardened criminals.

Because the inhumane and excessive sentencing of Misty Croslin to appease political pressure makes her a political prisoner who deserves to have her sentence dramatically reduced or be set free.