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Cheryl Hancock on Crime and Punishment

The United States has the highest incarceration rate as well as the highest number of documented prisoners in the world. As such, how the United States defines crime and the terms of consequence for violations is an immensely important issue. This topic includes information about candidate positions on: the death penalty, hate crimes, drug policy, and mandatory minimum sentencing.

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Cheryl Hancock is neutral on allowing the death penalty in Wisconsin for cases involving a person who is convicted of first-degree intentional homicide, if the conviction is supported by DNA evidence

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Candidate said she is neutral on the issue, and did not elaborate.

Cheryl Hancock supports exploring alternative means of punishment to prison incarceration for non-violent offenders

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Believes the state needs to balance the safety of residents with the need for alternatives. Supports exploring alternatives to incarceration, citing the success of programs in La Crosse County.

Cheryl Hancock opposes construction of additional state prisons

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Opposed to construction of any new state prisons at this time.

Cheryl Hancock opposes legislation to allow people to carry concealed weapons in Wisconsin

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While Hancock owns hunting guns, she does not believe that putting more handguns on the street will make Wisconsin safer. She bases her opposition on the position of state police chiefs, who oppose concealed-carry legislation.