Maryland Judge Lets Attacker of Pro-Life Advocates Go
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Posted 6 hours ago
**Injustice Unveiled: Pro-Life Advocates Assaulted Yet Judge Declares Attacker Not Guilty**
In a troubling verdict that raises significant concerns about the state of justice in America, a Maryland judge has found a man who violently assaulted pro-life advocates not guilty of felony charges.
The case revolves around Patrick Brice, who was accused of brutally attacking Dick Schaefer and Mark Crosby outside a Planned Parenthood facility in Baltimore.
These pro-life advocates were peacefully praying when they became the target of Brice’s unprovoked violence.
Schaefer was left unconscious, and Crosby sustained multiple facial injuries, including temporary blindness.
Despite the clear evidence of Brice's guilt, including serious bodily harm inflicted upon both men, the jury failed to deliver a unanimous decision on felony assault charges during his first trial.
In a striking twist, the judge opted to downgrade the charges to misdemeanors, allowing Brice a potential leniency that many see as a slap in the face to justice.
Judge Yvette Bryant’s handling of the case has sparked outrage, particularly among pro-life supporters who believe that their rights to free speech and religious expression are under siege.
Laura Bogley, Executive Director of Maryland Right to Life, expressed her disdain for the ruling, stating, “The State of Maryland continues to blatantly discriminate against pro-life speech.”
Critics are now calling for oversight of the judiciary, emphasizing that Brice’s violent actions represent not only an attack on individuals but an assault on the broader pro-life movement.
Even more concerning is the Baltimore City prosecutor’s refusal to charge Brice with a hate crime, which would have aligned with the inflammatory nature of his actions against individuals expressing their religious beliefs peacefully.
Bogley pointed out that this failure represents a broader trend of hostility towards pro-life advocates, accusing the judicial system in Maryland of bias against those who stand for life.
In response to the ruling, both Schaefer and Crosby have vowed to continue their advocacy efforts, highlighting the need for unwavering resolve in the face of adversity.
Crosby articulated a powerful message: “It’s just a wonderful feeling when we’re in front of Planned Parenthood and a mother with a baby comes up to us and says, ‘Thank you for ministering to me and that I didn’t have to murder my baby.’”
This incident serves as a critical reminder that the fight for pro-life values is far from over.
The determination displayed by advocates like Schaefer and Crosby underscores the resilience of the pro-life movement, even when faced with legal uncertainties.
As discussions around free speech and religious liberty continue to gain traction in America, it will be paramount for proponents of these values to rally against a judiciary that often appears more sympathetic to aggressive intolerance than to peaceful advocacy.
The ruling is not just a legal victory for Brice; it represents a troubling narrative of the justice system’s treatment of advocates who promote a culture of life amid an increasingly polarized society.
The pro-life community's response will undoubtedly forge the path forward—not only to safeguard lives but to ensure justice prevails.
Sources:
outkick.com
dailysignal.com
lifenews.com
In a troubling verdict that raises significant concerns about the state of justice in America, a Maryland judge has found a man who violently assaulted pro-life advocates not guilty of felony charges.
The case revolves around Patrick Brice, who was accused of brutally attacking Dick Schaefer and Mark Crosby outside a Planned Parenthood facility in Baltimore.
These pro-life advocates were peacefully praying when they became the target of Brice’s unprovoked violence.
Schaefer was left unconscious, and Crosby sustained multiple facial injuries, including temporary blindness.
Despite the clear evidence of Brice's guilt, including serious bodily harm inflicted upon both men, the jury failed to deliver a unanimous decision on felony assault charges during his first trial.
In a striking twist, the judge opted to downgrade the charges to misdemeanors, allowing Brice a potential leniency that many see as a slap in the face to justice.
Judge Yvette Bryant’s handling of the case has sparked outrage, particularly among pro-life supporters who believe that their rights to free speech and religious expression are under siege.
Laura Bogley, Executive Director of Maryland Right to Life, expressed her disdain for the ruling, stating, “The State of Maryland continues to blatantly discriminate against pro-life speech.”
Critics are now calling for oversight of the judiciary, emphasizing that Brice’s violent actions represent not only an attack on individuals but an assault on the broader pro-life movement.
Even more concerning is the Baltimore City prosecutor’s refusal to charge Brice with a hate crime, which would have aligned with the inflammatory nature of his actions against individuals expressing their religious beliefs peacefully.
Bogley pointed out that this failure represents a broader trend of hostility towards pro-life advocates, accusing the judicial system in Maryland of bias against those who stand for life.
In response to the ruling, both Schaefer and Crosby have vowed to continue their advocacy efforts, highlighting the need for unwavering resolve in the face of adversity.
Crosby articulated a powerful message: “It’s just a wonderful feeling when we’re in front of Planned Parenthood and a mother with a baby comes up to us and says, ‘Thank you for ministering to me and that I didn’t have to murder my baby.’”
This incident serves as a critical reminder that the fight for pro-life values is far from over.
The determination displayed by advocates like Schaefer and Crosby underscores the resilience of the pro-life movement, even when faced with legal uncertainties.
As discussions around free speech and religious liberty continue to gain traction in America, it will be paramount for proponents of these values to rally against a judiciary that often appears more sympathetic to aggressive intolerance than to peaceful advocacy.
The ruling is not just a legal victory for Brice; it represents a troubling narrative of the justice system’s treatment of advocates who promote a culture of life amid an increasingly polarized society.
The pro-life community's response will undoubtedly forge the path forward—not only to safeguard lives but to ensure justice prevails.
Sources:
outkick.com
dailysignal.com
lifenews.com
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