Senator Jack Scott: Ex-Sex Offenders OK as Students
Morgan Brief
Posted on: 10/1/08 Section: News
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"I'm a strong believer in second chances. If someone has served his time and is deemed worthy to reenter society, a public school should not prevent that person from obtaining an education," said Scott.
Scott was speaking in an interview after his appearance at the Faculty Flex Day.
Scott quickly pointed out that there must be a line drawn between those seeking to learn and those in positions of authority in the school.
"I am very strongly against the hiring of convicted felons, especially ones convicted of sexual offenses," said Scott.
One of Scott's education bills, signed by Gov. Schwarzenegger on Tuesday, concerns sex offenders in schools. Senate Bill 1110 is aimed at protecting students from sexual predators. The bill requires the Commission on Teacher Credentialing to revoke the credential of an educator if a criminal conviction has resulted in a court order prohibiting contact with minors.
"The bill will protect students in schools from potential sexual predators," said Scott's Spokeswoman Wendy Gordon.
The subject has been debated after football player Darryl Stephens, a convicted sex offender, was arrested on campus on suspicion of assault. Subsequently, PCC's Head Football Coach Kenny Lawler is currently under investigation regarding whether he followed college policies and procedures, according to Interim Dean and Athletic Director Beverly Tate. Lawler was placed on "administrative leave" Sept. 19.
Scott, a devout advocate of strict gun control, also commented on whether PCC police officers should have guns.
"The issue really depends on how dangerous the area in question is. I would initially oppose the idea to arm officers on campus because people equipped with firearms are prone to use them," said Scott.
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Gene
posted 10/03/08 @ 7:57 AM PST
Good for the Senator, A voice of reason for sure.
We need more people like him who do not emotionalize but think their positions through.
States will spend millions for passing the AWA and Jessica's Law which is "doing more harm than good. (Continued…)
TimP
posted 10/03/08 @ 9:40 AM PST
It is about time that some reasonable thought be given to the issue of sex offenders. Why is that we paint all sex offenders the same, and yet with other crimes we do not. (Continued…)
NObama
posted 10/03/08 @ 6:06 PM PST
Scott's "behind the scene" influence over the Board of Trustees IS exactly why our cops have been refused guns to defend us. This (like my other comments) will be omitted and discarded by the Courier. (Continued…)
MSLGWCEO
MSLGWCEO
posted 10/06/08 @ 9:59 PM PST
Girl, 15, accused of sending nude photos over phone
How does making a 15 year old, who did one bad thing, a Tier II sex offender protect anybody? Do these people really think she is a danger to children for one bad mistake? This is insane! Ruin a child's life, before it even begins! How is that justice?
There are 10 year old sex offenders who are now in their teens and 20's. (Continued…)
fellowstudent
posted 10/10/08 @ 1:32 AM PST
With minors, child services, and more than 50% women on campus, their safety is jeopardized for these "second chance" individuals. Sen. Jack Scott also says he's "very strongly against the hiring of convicted felons, especially ones convicted of sexual offenses," but CHEF TAI (TYCHICUS YU)is still working there. (Continued…)
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B
posted 10/10/08 @ 2:12 AM PST
I find the last comment very interesting. I have heard the rumors of "chef" Tai being a sex offender. I was extremely surprised when I actually saw him in the Megan's Law website as a registered sex offender. (Continued…)
Adam Michael Kratt
posted 10/10/08 @ 12:46 PM PST
People change. People deserve a chance to rebuild their lives.I always hear people talking about America being a country based on Judeo-Christian ideals. (Continued…)
fellowstudent
posted 10/12/08 @ 1:11 AM PST
I appreciate your optimism, but I wish everyone did fully live and follow the values of this judeo-christian based country you are so fond of. I, along with others do not conceal our names because of the fact that he knows us, therefore we wish to remain anonymous for safety reasons. (Continued…)
Adam Michael Kratt
posted 10/14/08 @ 8:30 AM PST
First off, to remain anonymous only makes you a coward. Second off , the incident in question here happened almost 20 years ago.
And, since we live supposedly in a Judeo-Christian society then we must look to the Bible for guidance. (Continued…)
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