Jenise Spurgeon: Was This Justice?

 

Background: Spurgeons

Daniel and Jenise Rae Spurgeon were caretakers of at least 14 children, some reports indicate as many as 15. The former Florence couple were charged in Alabama and Florida of the abuse of all but their three biological offspring.

Convicted in Alabama, Daniel received a 25 year sentence with no chance of parole. Among his convictions were Sexual Torture and First Degree Rape. When the 52 year-old wildlife expert and author leaves prison in July 2041, he will be required to register as a sex offender:

And his wife? She received five years of actual prison time in Florida and only one in Alabama. The 59 year-old's sentences are to be served concurrently, meaning she'll be free in slightly over four years.

There's no doubt that Jenise Rae Spurgeon was complicit in the physical abuse of the children in her home. Is she that different than Judith Neelley?

At least Jenise will be serving her time in Florida, and Alabama taxpayers will not be responsible for her upkeep.