Whether or not a longer jail sentence would help him, since in the end, the action resides on him to make changes..but at least, he is safe.

And you cannot afford to have on record that suggests a crime, even as an accomplice. It may affect future employment prospects.

I feel sad for this situation, Kate, nevertheless.
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