Larry's Stance on Key Issues
Washington State, and Spokane in particular, continue to rank among the highest nationally in property crime
"We must step up our efforts in combatting this trend."
I believe:
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That lowering property crime must be among the highest priorities in our community.
I have:
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Strengthened chronic offender policies resulting in tougher penalties for repeat offenders.
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Encouraged early identification and treatment of drug and mental health issues.
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Supported legislation for meaningful post-incarceration supervision.
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Encouraged local re-entry programming to decrease recidivist behaviors.
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Staffed victim services to address physical, emotional and economic well-being of innocent victims of these crimes.
Reports of domestic violence are on the increase in our communities
"Much of this is driven by drug and mental health issues."
I believe:
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That aggressive prosecution and early intervention into dangerous relationships is essential.
I have:
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Increased the number of prosecutors in our office who are focused on domestic violence.
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Worked towards establishing a new problem-solving court for misdemeanor-level domestic violence crimes.
Violent crime remains a significant issue in our community
"Prosecution of violent offenders continues to be an emphasis in my office."
I believe:
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Reduction of violent crimes is an important and achievable goal.
I have:
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Charged our major crimes prosecutors with seeing that justice is done and offenders punished.
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Maintained close, effective working relationships with law enforcement agencies at all levels.
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Personally promoted legislation that will increase our effectiveness by punishing where appropriate and promoting rehabilitation for those who prove amenable to change.
Driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol continues to be a community safety threat
"Deterrence is the key to combatting this highly-preventable crime."
I believe:
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In policies and procedures that encourage drivers to consider readily-available alternatives to driving impaired.
I have:
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Stepped up our prosecution and toughened our standards on this senseless crime.
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Promoted wise choices by our drivers through the appropriate use of both treatment and punishment.