They also fail to mention that we will wait years before having a lawsuit settled. E.J. Putt Kaneohe Rapists should undergo mandatory HIV testing Lawmakers are mulling legislation that would require rapists to take HIV tests. Pam Lichty of the American Civil Liberties Union says that it would violate these people's constitutional rights. Susan Arnette, deputy public defender, claims that the HIV tests should be given to the victims instead. The victims didn't violate anybody's rights.
Many women are ashamed to report rapes, thus the rapists go free.
Maybe HIV testing will deter rapists from repeating their offenses. As taxpayers, we pay for the city refuse collection service. We elect the City Council and a mayor to represent us in dealing with our employees who provide this service - and it truly is a service. Our employees in turn are represented by the United Public Workers union and Gary Rodrigues. Let's wish Councilman Andy Mirikitani the best in getting some answers.