Sledge
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That's basically the issue I was trying to highlight, @parentalunit2 , it was not a condemnation of West Point in general. I just cannot fathom how, in the current climate, this cadet was retained when other cadets are cut loose for far less serious transgressions.
As @Jcleppe pointed out, they apparently had to put some effort into being where they were, which indicates at a minimum an intent to do wrong. The DA and court system obviously agree, as the cadet is now convicted of a felony and on probation. Kids can be stupid - I get that. How he is still a cadet is the part I don't get.
Good thing there's no such thing as a sealed record or dismissed charges as far as the Army is concerned. With little chance of receiving a security clearance, hopefully he won't be able to endanger any future troops with his stellar judgement.
They went down a country road to drink some beer. My God, such intent to do "wrong."
He wasn't convicted of a felony. He's not going to have any record when he completes his community service and short term of probation.