I have not commented on AB for long time, but this topic is very upsetting for me so I will offer my 2 cents...
Whilst I agree that the emotion I have experienced, over the upsetting thought of what is currently happening with little Madeleine, brings me to the hasty thought of death to all sex offenders, I can also see the dangers of having such a final penalty. The opportunity for abuse of such a system and miscarriages of justice outweigh, in my mind, the benefits of having it as a deterrent to would-be paedophiles.
I am sure that there a many reason that cause paedos to commit these crimes such as those who are simply evil to perverted people with a mental disorder. However, the penalty for such crimes, I believe, in this country is far too lenient and does send a message to anyone contemplating committing one. My opinion is that a life sentence means "a culpable paedophile is imprisoned for the entire remainder of their life with no option for early release on good behaviour� (unless of course further evidence proves their innocence beyond reasonable doubt).
Finally, they should have their sexual organs removed. I am sure this will not stop some, who are just evil or want control, from re-offending, but will give me the "satisfaction" that a tangible, permanent punishment was inflicted upon them for their offence in addition to providing them with a life-time supply of free meals, free TV, free books and room service.
� my 2 cents.