State v. Gaines

*520Madsen, J.

(dissenting) — The Sentencing Reform Act of 1981 (hereafter referred to as the SRA) was enacted by the Washington State Legislature to serve several purposes which are enumerated in the "Purpose" section of the SRA, RCW 9.94A.Q10.(1) Ensure that the punishment for a criminal offense is proportionate to the seriousness of the offense and the offender's criminal history;(2) Promote respect for the law by providing punishment which is just;(3) Be commensurate with the punishment imposed on others committing similar offenses;(4) Protect the public;(5) Offer the offender an opportunity…