Emily Grace, a 17-year-old girl from Nevada, has been charged with the horrifying and premeditated stabbing of three horses. This shocking act of animal cruelty has left our community outraged and demanding justice. Emily's actions were not only willful but displayed a total disregard for animal life. It is imperative that we take strong action to ensure that justice is served, and such a heinous crime is appropriately punished.

Currently, there is a risk that Emily may be tried in juvenile court, which often results in more lenient sentences. However, given the severity and premeditated nature of her crime, Emily should be transferred to adult court, where she can be tried and, if found guilty, appropriately sentenced. This change is necessary to reflect the seriousness of her actions and to serve as a deterrent to others.

Reba's Law, passed to increase penalties for animal cruelty, is particularly applicable in this situation. This law recognizes the need for stronger penalties in cases involving egregious acts against animals. Emily's actions fit the criteria set forth in Reba's Law, and she should be punished accordingly and without the option of a plea deal.

It is worth noting that Emily comes from a family with significant influence and awareness—her father is a Federal Agent, and her mother works in healthcare. She should have known the grave consequences of her actions, and justice should not be mitigated by her family's background or influence.

By allowing Emily to be tried in adult court, we are upholding the integrity of our justice system and standing up for the victims of animal cruelty. Justice should not be swayed by influence or age when such a serious crime has been committed.

We urge the judicial system to take this case seriously and prevent any undue leniency by transferring Emily Grace's case to adult court and applying Reba’s Law to ensure that the punishment matches the crime.

Sign this petition to demand justice for the horses and to call for Emily Grace to be appropriately tried in adult court.