Michael Salman, pastor of Harvest Christian Community Church, who caused quite an uproar in 2008 by conducting religious services at his house in a northwest Phoenix neighborhood, is now facing jail time.
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Last week, Salman lost on his appeal in the 2008 case in which he claimed his religious freedom was infringed upon. He has been sentenced to 60 days in jail and three years probation due to being found guilty of 67 violations of city building and safety codes.
According to the Phoenix New Times, last Saturday he surrendered himself to the jail but was turned away at the time. However, he is currently scheduled to return to court on June 28, at which time he may be ordered to go to jail.
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There are many reasons why people do not want to go to jail, besides the actual prison time itself. In addition to the physical incarceration, you are unable to work and provide for your loved ones as well as attend the substance abuse rehabilitation programs that you may need.
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