A law that is being debate right now in Austin is named for the late wife of convicted murderer Matt Baker. Put simply, if this law goes into effect - anyone who was ruled died from suicide would have their body autopsied at taxpayers expense. This law is being promoted by the family of Kari Baker and others who firmly believe that her husband almost got away with murder.
The problem in Austin with this new law is not based on the merits, but instead on the thousands of extra dollars the state or local government would be forced to spend on the autopsy of suspected suicide victims. I believe "Kari's Law" makes sense when it comes to catching murderers who make their crimes appear to be suicide. However, I doubt if it will pass during this congressional session in Austin - because of a lack available spending money.
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
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