DRUG CRIME PUNISHMENT BILL FILED

A bill filed by a Tulsa legislator would make the death penalty a
possibility for adults who sell drugs to minors.

Rep. John Sullivan, R-Tulsa, said his bill is designed to better protect
children from drugs, child abuse and sex crimes.

"Right now, it is profitable for drug dealers to involve kids," Sullivan
said. "Children are potential buyers, and if caught selling drugs, they can
avoid adult criminal punishment."

The bill also would impose life in prison on those convicted of child abuse
or neglect. It would increase punishment for those convicted of child
pornography, or any form of sexual exploitation of children.

Checked-by: Richard Lake