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You cannot hold the son of a famous coach to the same standard as some kid in a trailer park. It's just not realistic.

I say the judgment was fair considering the person.

I expect everyone else facing attempted murder and armed robbery charges to get the same deal as this jerk did . . . regardless.

What's so special about this damn fool . . .

This is a mockery of the judicial system.

He puts his pants on one leg at a time just like everybody else. He is noone special, if anything he should be held at higher expectations. He derserves strict punishment. What a joke of our judicial system. Thats why we have so many killers walking the streets. Way to go Judge!

Fifteen months at a low security facility for a home invasion and another robbery involving a shooting? You have got to be kidding me. What a joke. This kind of travesty damages public confidence in the entire criminal justice system. Every voter needs to remember this when Henry Frye comes up for re-election. (Superior Court, district 18).

The kid's going to be on probation for a long time. He is going to serve time. I agree with what was done here. There is nothing to be gained by putting this kid away for years and making him a hardened criminal. He has the family support.

The thing that is most worrisome about this; this kid comes from a good family, of means, and this kind of thing still happens because thug life is considered cool. It's in the movies, it's romantic and cool. Add in a little being away from home for the first time, some mind-altering substances, and wa-la! It does seem the pendulum is swinging away from this with the record co.s etc. but if this happens with somebody like Mr. Lowe, what chance does a kid have who comes from trouble?

Sometimes some of our youth/young adults really need a "second" chance. We all fall short, and make mistakes, however if he doesn't hold true to his words of forgiveness, then I think a stiffer sentence should be imposed.

I have nothing but the upmost respect for Judge Frye. He has a hell of a job.

I think the judge was fair in sentencing him. He does not need to be put away for a long time. The fact that he has taken responsibility and he stop using drugs and being productive is very good. While most people think he got off - he truly did not because he has 5 years probation with 6 months of it being intensive and with that hanging over his head he has to stay straight or he will do the remainder of that time - bottom line. Sid Lowe II - do your 15 months - make the best out of a bad situation, ask God for guidance during your journey and if you haven't done so - change your friends especially those who like to live recklessly.

I think this sentence is bull crap. Some of us are going through the same situation with our own sons and we know we did not get this kind of special treatment. there are plenty of young people serving several years in prison for far less severe crimes but did they get a big break? Hell no! I thought the judical sentencing was suppose to be a structured on which was explained to my family as it is a guideline for the judge to go by for sentencing. Judge Frye made his own damn ruling just because of who this guy was. He is no more important to this earth than my own son!

What`s the problem people? Caucasins with power and influence have been getting away with crime and murder for centuries. Think about how the families feel who have loved ones MURDERED by cops.

I agree with Judge Henry Frye's decision. Young Lowe had not been in any trouble prior to this. I think he deserves a second chance. We have all made mistakes and fallen short. A lot of us have done things and just not gotten caught. I don't think putting him in prison for a long period of time is the answer. I think that would have just made him a worst criminal. He needs drug treatment . We have so many young Black men in prison now and that is not the solution. A lot of time when they are released from prison they are worst. We need to address the real issues. Drugs have really taken over our young Black men. I am not saying what he did was right and I am not taking it lightly but I do agree he deserves a second chance to get his life in order.

A high profile case such as this should be used as an example for our judicial system to make sure our system is both equal and just for all. What message does this send to others. If the UNC-G student had died from the gunshot this could be a capital offense for Mr. Lowe. This is attempted murder of a guy for some pot and armed home invaisions of others. People are serving life sentences for these crimes. Mr. Lowe on the other hand will be serving a 15 month sentence at a facility not designed for violent offenders. I also wasn't aware that the side effects of the pot and ectasy were attributed to armed robbery and armed home invasion, I guess I need to brush up on my knowledge of street drugs

I do not agree with Judge Fryes ruling. I believe Mr Lowe should be accountable for his actions. There are alot of younge black and white males serving time and are addicted to drugs but they did not get a reduce sentence as this one. Also lets see what happens to Mr. Martin when he gets sentenced. Will he get the same reduction? I bet not.

A courageous sentencing decision; this young man should be humbled by the second chance given to him. I believe it is an acceptable risk to assume that young Lowe will be able to turn his life around.

15 month sentence for two armed robberies?This guy better thank his lucky stars that he did this in Greensboro, NC. Anywhere else it would not have mattered who he is!!

How come the system is so unjust? Now if this was a regular Joe, the judge would have sentence him to all the year he was facing. Just because his father is a coach at NC State doesnt give him the right to go around robbing people. When will our system become JUST and stop looking at the profile of someones lifestyle or who they parents are? Anyway I feel Lowes sentence was Really and Truly UNFAIR!!!!

This is a very lenient sentence, but as they say "money talks"...."not what you know, but who you know." I've witnessed it over and over. There is no justice in the justice system. His co-defendant's sentence sure will be interesting.

Based on media coverage that I saw, I'd say 15 months was light. Judge evidently went easy because of the guilty plea. Wonder how prosecutor and involved law enforcement officials see the verdict? NCSU persons sure having a rough time of late.

This kid had every opportunity in the world afforded to him. Clearly he has shown not one shred of evidence regarding his choices that he is accountable for his actions. Instead he commits armed robbery and shoots someone and gets 15 months in the pen. with probation. Congrats to our judicial system when this thug harms someone else while on parole or worse kills someone. Remember the 2 individuals charged with killing the NC chapel Hill student body president? They were both on probation for other offenses.
This digusts me on many levels.

Regarding all those individuals spouting off about second chances, I wonder if you would feel that way if he had acutally killed the person he shot during the robbery in question. His intent is fairly obvious and your idealism is misplaced at best. The only way our young adults learn from mistakes is to understand that our actions have consequences and take responsibility for his or her mistakes.

Total Bullcrap!!! Somebody got Paid!!! I want this judge removed from hearing cases in the community I live in. The Judge should be held accountable for any actions this individual is responsible for in the future.

I believe that Sidney Lowe II will change after the second chance he has been given. However, I don't think any other young Black kid would have been given such leniency. However, I was saddened even more when the KKK killed people in Morningside Homes on November 3, 1979 and were acquitted. Think about it, there was no justice then either!!!

This sentence is pathetic. It's obvious the defendent was given leniency just because of who he is. The judge practically said so by saying he took the family's "character" into consideration. Apparently, we're not all equal when it comes to the law at all. And blaming his violent behavior on drugs is a cop out. During my life, I've witnessed people doing drugs many times, and yes, people will sometimes do some dumb things while under the influence of substances, but the willingness to participate in a home invasion is something else altogether. One really can't claim "I was out of it" if one is capable of participating in a home invasion plan. Mean is just mean. Not only that, the defendent participated in more than one crime. I'm all for giving second chances, but for violent offenders, I think they need to pay a reasonable price for the trauma they have caused. Personally, I have a lot more empathy for a guy who did not grow up with the advantages that Lowe II did.

Looks like a Judge watch is in order ! Who let this turkey into the courthouse ?