Author: ML
Sex Abuse Claims Update
For more than five years I served in the Special Assault Unit of the Prosecutor’s Office, or SAU, where I prosecuted rape, child rape, child molestation and other sex crimes. On the television show Law and Order they call it the Special Victims Unit, or SVU. Real life isn’t as fast and tidy as TV, … Continue reading Sex Abuse Claims Update
Third Shooting is a Pattern
In 18 months Clark County Sheriff’s deputies shot and killed three people unnecessarily, including an off-duty police officer. One unnecessary killing is a tragedy. Three unnecessary killings is a pattern that needs fixing. I’ve filed two wrongful death lawsuits against Clark County in two different officer-involved shootings. There are some disturbing similarities in the cases. … Continue reading Third Shooting is a Pattern
Career Criminals Off Our Streets
High Priority Offender Program Reduces Crime by Prosecutor Mark Lindquist. First published in The Tacoma Weekly. He began his criminal career with a burglary in 2000. Before he turned 40, he racked up 16 felony convictions. Though he was versatile – stealing cars, committing identify theft and dabbling in drugs – burglary remained his crime … Continue reading Career Criminals Off Our Streets
Have a Pleasant New Year
Have a Pleasant New Year by Mark Lindquist. First published in The Tacoma Weekly. “Years ago, my mother used to say to me, ‘In this world, you must be oh so smart, or oh so pleasant.’ Well, for years I was smart. I recommend pleasant. You may quote me.” I’m quoting Elwood P. Dowd, the … Continue reading Have a Pleasant New Year
