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Why is it acceptable to let people go so lightly just for snitching? They commited similar crimes.



Because they collaborated with the prosecution. Without collaboration it's entirely possible that no one would've been found guilty.


So lightly as what? They haven't been sentenced yet


It’s makes it harder for organizations like this to exist in the future. If you and your co-conspirators knew you were all getting the same sentence, no matter what, you’re not likely to snitch.

But if the option of plea deals is ever present, you’re more likely to get whistleblowers. Any single whistleblower make the whole thing tumble.




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