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Was His Sentence Too Light?? #treucrime #crimejunkie

January 13, 2026 / 00:29

This episode discusses the case of Ernest Pine, who pleaded guilty to attempted murder, rape, kidnapping, and assault. The focus is on how his sentences ran concurrently, leading to a lighter overall sentence.

Ernest Pine received a 20-year sentence and was eligible for parole after serving 85%. The episode highlights the implications of concurrent sentencing and its impact on justice.

The conversation raises questions about the fairness of the legal system, particularly regarding how sentences for serious crimes can be reduced.

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Ernest Pine's concurrent sentencing leads to early release after serious crimes.

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He tried to kill her and still got out early. Ernest Pine pleaded guilty to attempted murder, rape, kidnapping, and

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assault, but his sentences ran concurrently, meaning he isn't stacking time for each count back to back. He

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gets to serve one term. He received 20 years and was eligible for parole after serving 85%. In 2025, he was released

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early. It will never cease to amaze me how you get a lighter sentence for attempted murder.

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Guilty Plea00:03
Parole Eligibility00:17
Light Sentence00:22