Most of Reno Francis' life was spent behind bars for a crime he did not commit. Tragically his life was cut short. At least he died fulfilled, loved and free. Goodbye, Reno Francis.
By Soni Starr Mandatory minimum sentences for first time drug offenses are one of the most damaging laws on the books to date. Mandatory minimums transfer sentencing power from judges to prosecutors. Prosecutors habitually threaten to bring charges carrying long mandatory minimum...