Camino OIKOTEN

[Eyskens]

The same is true in Texas.  Recruiters seek waivers for selected
offenders and although a Judge doesn't actually say 'Army or jail' the
Court is actively involved in the process and their (Court's) input is
sought by the recruiters.  I have been a municipal judge in Texas for
the last 9 years and have been involved in several such cases, 1st time
misdemeants. 
 
I do agree, however, that military service and the Camino is not the
same thing.  The spiritual journey on the Camino is a far cry from the
journey one takes through the military, with different results.  I have
made both journeys, although the military one was not mandated or
suggested by the Court system.
 
Jim Eyskens

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From: Road to Santiago Pilgrimage [mailto:GOCAMINOaPETE.URI.EDU] On
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Sent: Friday, July 11, 2003 9:46 PM
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Subject: Re: Camino OIKOTEN


The alternative armed forces service that our NY judicial may system
makes available  to acceptable, first-time offenders,  is done with the
full knowledge and approval of the military people.  It couldn't
possibly be  otherwise.  As I understand it, other states besides NY do
the same. 

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