View Full Version : Paris Hilton Gets 45 Days in Jail!
Nautilus
05-05-2007, 05:41 PM
she would be lucky if i were the judge. there is no way i would ever put someone like her jail.
comparatively, she has not done enough to deserve it.
what about the people who commit repeated assaults, robbery etc etc and get suspended sentences over and over again. what is paris' previous conviction record? none of this makes sense... i believe the judge has screwed this up purely because she's a public figure.
that is not 'same' treatment.
Eh...whatever. Like I said, there's a difference between something said in jest and something serious. I have nothing against Paris...I watch The Simple Life, I have her CD, and I keep up with what's going on with her just like so many of us do...but I don't think she should be let off the hook for multiple offenses.
This thread has turned way too far from what it was meant to be- just a general comment and joke about her getting sentenced to jail. It wasn't about the right or wrong of it...that was left for the judge to decide, and he obviously made his decision (whether anyone liked it or not).
I would just like to keep the peace because I'm not the kind of person to start some thread with a heated debate over drunk driving and if Paris should be sitting at home on her ass instead of being in jail...blah blah blah. So on that note, I think I'll separate myself from whatever is being said in the thread and let the war wage on.
I'm not a judgmental person because I made a joke. If I was seriously judging her you'd REALLY know it. Anyone that knows me knows how I am, so I guess that's all that matters.
For the record, though: I didn't intend to start this kind of thread. I hate threads that turn so ugly like this. It just makes everyone's feathers get ruffled and makes people get all mean to each other. I usually try to avoid threads like this, too. Bleh. :-\
PaigeDWinter
05-05-2007, 05:45 PM
I'm not upset. I just can't stand judgmental people. And out of all the celebrities I've met, Paris is the nicest one. So from my own personal experiences, I don't have anything bad to say about her.
I guess you just turn a blind eye to all the hateful things she says about others? Since when we do it it's sooooo wrong... but she's ok, despite how frequently she runs her mouth?
:banghead:
As for the Cause She's Rich part. Whatever. I was raised wealthy too, and dammit if I act like a douche, call me on it. Feel free. If I endanger others due to careless driving, lock my punk ass up. No one here is hating her cause she's rich, we're hating her cause she acts like a stuck up, rude twat. If she was poor, I'd still vomit over her attitude.
LatinaRose
05-05-2007, 05:52 PM
Look I'm not trying to start a debate or stir up trouble. I don't think this thread was un-peaceful, but whatever. We all have different opinions and that's okay.
cameron_keys
05-05-2007, 06:23 PM
I do think it's really pathetic that so many of you are practically tap dancing over the fact that she's going to jail.
I dont think you truly get why most of us are happy about this. It's not because I hate Paris...it's not because I'm judgemental....it is because i am happy that she is being made to take responsibility. She blew off SEVERAL charges, didnt attend the class she was court ordered to take, didnt appear for her court date...she obviously thought that she would be absolved from responsibility because of who she is. The justice system gave her many chances to make up for what she did...but she blew them all off. To NOT puinish her accordingly would set a REALLY bad example....that if you are rich and pretty(to some people..I've never really found her that attractive) then you can do whatever you like and the rules dont apply to you..even if what you are doing is endangering others.
I would say the same things about ANYONE...celeb or not...who blew off court orders and were punished for it. They deserve it and hopefully they will learn the lesson that they are NOT above the law.
And she wont be in any danger..she'll be kept in a separate section away from the general population for her own safety.
Andygirl
05-05-2007, 06:32 PM
Paris or not... violating parole = jail time.
I have to say I'm a little surprised and amused, but not happy or sad. Just ambivalent.
Probation, she violated probation, not parole. There is a world of difference between the two things.
Paintbaby
05-05-2007, 08:17 PM
Judges do not decide who gets put in jail based on their looks, and thank god for that. Just because Paris is blonde and thin, as opposed to fat and ugly, should not earn her special treatment. She has pretty much behaved as if she is above the law for quite some time now, like her pal Joe Francis, and it is nice to see such entitlement-minded spoiled individuals get taken to task for it. The law is the law for EVERYONE.
She was given a chance to do community service, and chose not to do so. So, if it's jail for Paris, she better learn to get along well with her cellmates, keep her head down, and do her time. Frankly, learning a little humility would not be the worst thing that could happen to her. If she gets a few bumps along the way, oh well--that is how it would be for any of us who wound up in the slammer by repeatedly telling the court system that it can go fuck itself, which she has done.
Hatshepsut
05-05-2007, 08:41 PM
LR: You weren't so defensive and forgiving when Joe Francis got canned. Let he who is without sin cast the first stone indeed.
They have both committed repeat offenses, and always waltzed around the law. Now their actions are finally catching up with them. I hope that justice continues on its road to blindness.
TheSexKitten
05-05-2007, 08:42 PM
Probation, she violated probation, not parole. There is a world of difference between the two things.
Whoops, mistype. Substitute the words and it makes sense... ::)
Andygirl
05-05-2007, 08:56 PM
LR: You weren't so defensive and forgiving when Joe Francis got canned. Let he who is without sin cast the first stone indeed.
They have both committed repeat offenses, and always waltzed around the law. Now their actions are finally catching up with them. I hope that justice continues on its road to blindness.
Joe Francis is a slimeball, and victimizing young women is quite a bit different than driving on a suspended license. I don't think the two are even comparable.
TigersMilk
05-05-2007, 09:00 PM
I think she got exactly what us regular folk would have gotten driving on a known suspended license from a DUI. Justice served...yummy.
Hatshepsut
05-05-2007, 09:01 PM
Repeatedly putting other people's lives in danger is pretty low to me as well.
Overall, the most dangerous thing in the world are the people who live on Planet Me. They never learn from their mistakes, they never cease their dangerous activities, and if they do get in trouble, they're only sorry because they got into trouble.
Nautilus
05-05-2007, 09:12 PM
The law is the law for EVERYONE. haha. that's the best legal fiction there is...
only 1% of crimes are actually punished ...
the rest of us, high and mighty, it seems, get off scott-free.
BrunetteGoddess
05-06-2007, 12:38 AM
Probation, she violated probation, not parole. There is a world of difference between the two things.
The equation is still the same. From someone that was charged with a misdemeanor like Paris,
violating probation=jail.
jaizaine
05-06-2007, 01:01 AM
she would be lucky if i were the judge. there is no way i would ever put someone like her jail.
comparatively, she has not done enough to deserve it.
what about the people who commit repeated assaults, robbery etc etc and get suspended sentences over and over again. what is paris' previous conviction record? none of this makes sense... i believe the judge has screwed this up purely because she's a public figure.
that is not 'same' treatment.
absolutely agree with u there. the punishment far outweights the crime IMO.
There are some born losers in society who just continually hurt other people with their crimes and they are given too many chances.
With people getting 2 years for rape for fucks sake I just cannot see any justice in Paris going to jail for what she did.
Paintbaby
05-06-2007, 01:54 AM
haha. that's the best legal fiction there is...
only 1% of crimes are actually punished ...
the rest of us, high and mighty, it seems, get off scott-free.
Well, ideally, it is :-\ --laws are written so as to pertain to everyone.....Maybe I'm an idealist because I worked within the court system for 7 years as a probation officer, so I was able to see first-hand how the justice system works. And given the number of people I saw being placed on probation, and in jail, I have a difficult time believing only 1% of offences get punished---or does that refer to "minor" violations that most of us are guilty of, that we don't usually get caught for?
Jaywalking, or smoking a joint with friends , isn't quite the same as incurring a DUI, and then refusing to comply with a court order, though . Of course, if I got into a car and drove while stoned, then I would be as guilty as Paris--endangering my life and those around me. I'm pretty sure Paris has gotten off scott-free many, many times--this time, she didn't. I just don't have much sympathy for her having to deal with the consequences of her choices. Dealing with the consequences of your choices is called having a sense of personal responsibility. The rest of mainstream society seems to have to do this, whether we like it or not--why not her?
What Paris seems to lack is personal responsibility and accountability for her actions. She has thumbed her nose at the courts one too many times, apparently. That will turn around and bite a person in the ass--judges don't take too kindly to having their directives ignored.
Hatshepsut
05-06-2007, 02:11 AM
Gah, I just read that her mommy said the following: "What do you think? This is pathetic and disgusting, a waste of taxpayer money with all this nonsense. This is a joke."
Hatshepsut
05-06-2007, 02:18 AM
Oh, also this: "Hilton will be segregated from the general population for her own safety, living in a one- or two-person cell." It's good that they took precautions. I hear that prison drama makes strip club locker rooms look like tea parties.
Circe
05-06-2007, 02:21 AM
I think DUI is disgusting and I'm glad she's being made to pay. 45 days seems like a slap on the wrist, actually...
Like...she could have easily made the call for a cab/car...she didn't have to drive.
This is not some bullshit charge like she was caught smoking up..she could have hurt a lot of people if she'd got in an accident.
cameron_keys
05-08-2007, 09:48 AM
And the whining begins.....
From thesuperficial.com:
Paris Hilton posted a message on her MySpace pleading with people to sign a petition directed to California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger to get her pardoned from her jail sentence. She writes (and this is her spelling):
"My friend Joshua started this petition, please help and sihn it. i LOVE YOU ALL!!!!!"
Hatshepsut
05-08-2007, 11:25 AM
^Yep, further evidence that she doesn't even think of the consequences of her actions. People are saying that they don't see the big deal, as she didn't hurt anyone. I'd love to see MADD shit bricks over this. I wonder what would have happened if she had hurt someone? Would her mommy and daddy have busted her out of that one?
cameron_keys
05-08-2007, 12:09 PM
^Yep, further evidence that she doesn't even think of the consequences of her actions. People are saying that they don't see the big deal, as she didn't hurt anyone. I'd love to see MADD shit bricks over this. I wonder what would have happened if she had hurt someone? Would her mommy and daddy have busted her out of that one?
yeah this really pissed me off...she STILL wont take responsibility for her actions and doesnt think she did anything wrong. I guess all her "I'm really really sorry" crap she spewed to the judge was an act..big surprise...
Hatshepsut
05-08-2007, 12:21 PM
The Governator is also a Hollywood star, I wonder if he'd pardon her out of sympathy of being in the tabloid spotlight all the time. I hope not. If he did, I'm sure Maria (his better half) would bash his brains in repeatedly with a frying pan.
virgoamm
05-08-2007, 03:03 PM
Just FYI, someone made a counter petition:
http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/parismustgotojail/
cameron_keys
05-08-2007, 04:47 PM
Just FYI, someone made a counter petition:
I totally signed it.
LatinaRose
05-08-2007, 05:07 PM
E! News said last night she recieved 5 TIMES the usual punishment in this situation. How is that fair? And I never said she should not have to face punishment, just that a lot of people are happy about it b/c they simply don't like her. Ironically, she is getting to get a ton of press out of this and it will probably be great for her career.
cinammonkisses
05-08-2007, 05:09 PM
Hey, did you all read that now she's asking to speak with Awwwwwwnald about possibly getting a pardon.
Lysondra
05-08-2007, 05:11 PM
E! News said last night she recieved 5 TIMES the usual punishment in this situation. How is that fair? And I never said she should not have to face punishment, just that a lot of people are happy about it b/c they simply don't like her. Ironically, she is getting to get a ton of press out of this and it will probably be great for her career.
If this is true, I'm a bit disgusting that violating probation, driving drunk and driving on a suspended license are normally punishable by 9 days.
Cyndi08
05-08-2007, 06:16 PM
example setting, that's why
I say they just throw them all in for the standard sentence (paris included) rather than make a martyr out of her
britt244
05-08-2007, 06:36 PM
shes not going to serve that time anyway. i saw a thing about it on tv saying she'll probably serve weekends or something. the jails are overcrowded as it is and lets face it, she's probably NOT going to serve that 45 day sentence.
Optimist
05-08-2007, 06:59 PM
I signed the petition.
cameron_keys
05-08-2007, 07:14 PM
E! News said last night she recieved 5 TIMES the usual punishment in this situation. How is that fair?
Not sure how they could possibly say this since there were several issues that contributed to her sentence...DUI, driving on a suspended license, missing court date, not attending court ordered alcohol classes, etc...etc....
"Penalties for Driving With a Suspended License in California
Driving on a suspended license is a misdemeanor offense and punishment may include probation, jail time and substantial fines. Penalties in a given case depend on (1) the reason the license was suspended and (2) whether the defendant suffered prior convictions for driving with a suspended license. Generally, penalties are higher if the license was suspended or revoked because of a DUI conviction, a vehicular manslaughter conviction, or a finding that the driver is a habitual traffic offender
Any person convicted under this section shall be punished as follows:
(1) Upon a first conviction, by imprisonment in a county jail for not less than five days or more than six months and by a fine of not less than three hundred dollars ($300) or more than one thousand dollars ($1,000)."
her sentence is WELL within(and actually on the lighter side)of the statute.
Hatshepsut
05-08-2007, 07:22 PM
i saw a thing about it on tv saying she'll probably serve weekends or something.
You can do that? Uh, what the fuck is the point of that? She'll only go sit in jail to sleep off her benders.
Vyanka
05-09-2007, 06:47 AM
Fuck that bitch. Her and Nicole have ripped on everyday hard working ppl on that show. She has that "i'm above everyone" attitude. Ppl like that can kiss my ass.
It's wonderful that her or anyone who drives drunk, violates any rule gets locked up. Plain and simple.
DJ Machismo
05-09-2007, 07:33 AM
I'm glad she got caught for being a dumbass.
I'm happy she got sentenced and I don't care if its "over the normal sentence", I'm actually happy she got more, because she deserves it.
I think shes an egotistical little brat who thinks shes above the law, period.
If prison is dangerous for her, I don't care, do the crime do the time.
I for one would not be sad if we never heard from her again.
DylanAngel
05-09-2007, 07:38 AM
I'm glad she got caught for being a dumbass.
I'm happy she got sentenced and I don't care if its "over the normal sentence", I'm actually happy she got more, because she deserves it.
I think shes an egotistical little brat who thinks shes above the law, period.
If prison is dangerous for her, I don't care, do the crime do the time.
I for one would not be sad if we never heard from her again.
LOL, tell us how you really feel!;D
The 45 days is due to her breaking multiple laws. How hard is that for some people to understand? It's not a harsh sentence.
Considering the maximums for a couple of those, she's getting off rather lightly I would think.
Not sure about out there, but driving while suspended can carry a maximum of 6 months around these parts.
And no, I'm not a hater. I couldn't care less WHO she is or what she does. Flaunt the law and it will bite you in the ass.
For those who say that there are far more lawbreaking people who get off, well that's a travesty as well. Doesn't make what she did any less wrong though.
DJ Machismo
05-09-2007, 07:59 AM
LOL, tell us how you really feel!;D
The 45 days is due to her breaking multiple laws. How hard is that for some people to understand? It's not a harsh sentence.
Considering the maximums for a couple of those, she's getting off rather lightly I would think.
Not sure about out there, but driving while suspended can carry a maximum of 6 months around these parts.
And no, I'm not a hater. I couldn't care less WHO she is or what she does. Flaunt the law and it will bite you in the ass.
For those who say that there are far more lawbreaking people who get off, well that's a travesty as well. Doesn't make what she did any less wrong though.
That last part, definitely. Just because others get off doesn't make her shit any better.
cameron_keys
05-09-2007, 08:05 AM
Not sure about out there, but driving while suspended can carry a maximum of 6 months around these parts.
See my post above...it is a max 6 months in Cali too...
DylanAngel
05-09-2007, 08:09 AM
See my post above...it is a max 6 months in Cali too...
Oops, sorry Cameron...didn't see that part of your post.
So really, she's getting off lightly compared to what could happen.
cameron_keys
05-09-2007, 08:15 AM
So really, she's getting off lightly compared to what could happen.
Exactly...and yet shes STILL whining and trying to get out of it because.....ummmm....she doesnt feel like it...
liberator
05-09-2007, 08:20 AM
I'm waiting for the "Free Paris Hilton" shirts and bumper stickers to go on sale!
kittygirl
05-09-2007, 08:50 AM
I have to say I cannot believe they are being so harsh.
I've lived in the ghetto and everyone goes to jail. Funny thing is that what she did would never get more than two weeks in jail if she were one of us.
I've known people to repeatedly violate probation and still get more time and more court dates to fix it. This is even for violent crime.
To those who believe this is just. You have a very warped sense of what our justice system actually does and is for. Even VIOLENT offenders barely serve any time. Driving drunk, bad yes, but so many people don't get caught and when they do it's not as harsh.
Dare I say I bet most of you would still be serving time for your goings on if we enforced the law to the letter.....In some states pot smoking gets you tiime - so stick up for your justice.
I'm coming to terms with the power of haters in my own life. Haters are jealous, pure and simple.
The fact that your jealous of a girl who got screwed - she must be hot.
Power to her, she'll end up even stronger and more powerful after jail time. Haters wait and see.
DylanAngel
05-09-2007, 08:56 AM
Dare I say I bet most of you would still be serving time for your goings on if we enforced the law to the letter.....In some states pot smoking gets you tiime - so stick up for your justice.
I'm coming to terms with the power of haters in my own life. Haters are jealous, pure and simple.
The fact that your jealous of a girl who got screwed - she must be hot.
Power to her, she'll end up even stronger and more powerful after jail time. Haters wait and see.
Oh please...like I said before, just because other offenders get off doesn't make what she did any less wrong. It just means that we need to be stricter with ALL offenders.
Just because you have haters in your life, doesn't make all of us haters. We just believe something different than you.
Danielle_4370
05-09-2007, 08:59 AM
E! News said last night she recieved 5 TIMES the usual punishment in this situation. How is that fair?
CNN had several lawyers on who pointed out that many people get up to 90 days in jail for driving on a suspended license just once. As Cameron pointed, there were several violations that led up to this sentence. So 45 days should provide a reasonable wake-up call. But I'll be surprised if this doesn't turn into Simple Life -- Behind Bars.
Paris' publicist told everyone that she'll be coming out of jail more famous than ever. Shortly afterwards, Paris fired her publicist.:laughing: Her publicist is probably right, tho.
DJ Machismo
05-09-2007, 09:02 AM
We are not being "harsh", just stating what she deserves. Nothing harsh about it.
Whats harsh is having to deal with her pitiful existence in this world.
Then again she's great fodder for the late night talk show hosts.
Our justice system IS screwed up. Offenders rarely get the time they actually deserve. We need to get our justice system to grow some cojones.
kittygirl
05-09-2007, 09:06 AM
No I don't think the law should really be that much stricter.
I too am Catholic and sorry but I believe the most effective way to deal with whacknuts is forgiveness and guidance.
Our jails are full, the government is a self serving entity, and jail time creates bigger monsters.
I've been raped several times and still don't think much jail time would have changed any of my rapists for the better.
Some guidance and empathy, yes, jail time, not really.
People commit crimes beacuse they have deep seated problems. My guess is Paris is an alcoholic and needs some help not bulldykes panting down her neck.
Fear changes people for a short time, love changes people for the better.
Driving with a suspended license. I've done that to get to work. Eat me.
DylanAngel
05-09-2007, 09:09 AM
Driving with a suspended license. I've done that to get to work. Eat me.
There's a difference between driving while suspended for survival and having the means to call a cab or limo and just flipping the proverbial bird at the justice system.
BTW, telling someone to "eat you" because they have a difference of opinion is not cool.::)
cameron_keys
05-09-2007, 09:45 AM
No I don't think the law should really be that much stricter.
I too am Catholic and sorry but I believe the most effective way to deal with whacknuts is forgiveness and guidance.
Our jails are full, the government is a self serving entity, and jail time creates bigger monsters.
I've been raped several times and still don't think much jail time would have changed any of my rapists for the better.
Some guidance and empathy, yes, jail time, not really.
People commit crimes beacuse they have deep seated problems. My guess is Paris is an alcoholic and needs some help not bulldykes panting down her neck.
Fear changes people for a short time, love changes people for the better.
Driving with a suspended license. I've done that to get to work. Eat me.
I find it very sad that you actually think this way. if someone raped me..hell yeah I'd want them in jail. It isnt just about rehabilitaion..its about punishment.
And if you actually believe forgiveness will stop offenders...you havent dealt with as many as you claim to.
Just because other people didnt get the punishment they DESERVED doesnt make it right. And it def. doesnt mean we should continue to let people go.
Paris had several chances to avoid jail time. She could have gone to the class she was ordered to go to. She could have had her driver haul her butt around until everything was settled. She COULD have not driven drunk to begin with.
She didnt do anything....her main problem is that she is spoiled. Everything has been handed to her her whole life and every time she screws up ..Daddy and his money fixes it for her. She finally is in a situation where Daddy couldnt make it all better and she actually has to suffer the consequenses of her actions. Not such a bad thing IMO.
I love how everyone is a "hater" because we are happy that for once someone has to take responsibility for their actions.
And as for the comment that we would all be in jail..not so much. I do NOT drive when I've been drinking..not even with a teeny tiny buzz....I dont smoke pot or do any other illegal substances.I do not put other people in danger. And when I get a ticket..hey..guess what..I PAY it..or show up for court to fight it. I do NOT ignore it and assume they will just wave it because I'm a pretty princess.
And if me you or anyone else was caught driving on a suspended license..yes i'd think you deserved what the judge ruled as well. You could have taken a cab, gotten a ride from a friend, etc... If you break the law knowingly...you should be willing to take the punishment if you get caught.
It's called being a responsible adult.
Sultry Siren
05-09-2007, 10:07 AM
Maybe my view on this is not a welcomed one but...
Drunk drivers no matter the celeb or non celeb status are as dangerous as loaded weapons on the road and the one drunk never sustains injury it seems. It is always "someone else's" family having the cop come to the door with "I'm sorry to have to report your __________ was involved in a collision with a drunk driver.........."
Drunk drivers have had too much of an impact in my family. A cousin of mine was hit head on by one back in the 70's and she is still suffering from it. We almost lost her and she is an amazing woman!
This said I do not care who you are...drunk or stoned do not drive! I am so glad Paris is getting punishment for her DUI and I think it is high time she realized the name Hilton is not the "get out of jail free card" or that is grants her "special" privilages that put her above and out of the reach of the law.
Even the celebs that were asked about this on Entertainment Tonight were as a whole unsympathetic towards her and feel you do the crime you do the time.
The general opinion is disgust. She has the money to go anywhere anytime in a limo with no need to drive and should have had the sense to do so during the time the courts said her licence was suspended. For her there is no excuse.
Here in Canada if you are found guilty of a DUI it is seen as a criminal act and means travel out of Canada is restricted and the one convicted can be denied entry into any country as a result.
Paris just got a little slap on the wrist IMO.
Paintbaby
05-09-2007, 10:18 AM
Eat me.
Wow. FEEL that love, y'all!
Ahahahhaaaaa!
So, lemme get this straight, Kittygirl--you are prepared to offer love and forgiveness to violent criminals, but aren't prepared to be a bit tolerant of a difference of opinion here? Where's OUR love, dammit? :D