Pat, both I and my immediate family have been heavily touched by crime.  Criminals come in all shapes, sizes, occupations and backgrounds whether they're out in bail or in probation. My son was attacked by a guy with a record of violence, almost died and has been left with permanent disabilities. I've had numerous crimes committed against me. I know people that have been destroyed by the authorities.  Frankly, I think bring destroyed by the ones who are supposed to uphold the law is worse. And 99.9% of them are free as birds, having suffered zero consequences.  But that's me.