What the article does not disclose because it would be contrary to the prosecution's, law enforcement's, and the victim's spin, is that the man is not being treated specially, but just like everyone else. Further, far be it from me to point out the reporter's complete lack of objectivity, the crime under which the man was convicted involves a life sentence of probation and if he screws that up, life in prison. So, you all can relax and put down the pitchforks and torches for now as no one can complete a life sentence of probation.