Want proof that DA’s abuse Direct File?  Check out the story of DA Dan May and the three teenage children he is charging as adults for robbing a 7-11.  Direct File was intended to be used in cases of heinous crimes, such as columbine style mass killings  – now it is being used against kids who rob a convenience store.

Robbing a 7-11 is a crime and those who do it should be prosecuted and, if convicted, serve time .  But robbing a convenience store is not an excuse for a DA to ruin the lives of three children.  Tried as adults, 3 children will face sentences of up to 30 years.  Where will DA’s draw the line?  Will shoplifting soon become a Direct File worthy offense?  Steal a pack of Sweet Tarts and go to adult prison?  Perhaps jay-walking should be included?  After all, it is against the law.

The power to make the decision to charge a child offender as an adult should be used very carefully by a person who does not see it as a political tool as Mr. May clearly does.  I’m sure this move on his part will be touted as a “tough on crime” record in his reelection bid…as three teenagers are being raped in adult prison.