By Victoria Bauer
Round Table reporter

Paris Hilton, Lindsey Lohan, Matt McConaughey, and Nicole Richie: any of these names sound familiar? All four of these well-known celebrities have been charged with countless acts against the law but were “let off the hook” when it came to facing their consequences.

The punishment in the state of California for driving under the influence of alcohol is a driver’s license suspension up to six months and up to a $1,000 fine or six months in jail.

The penalty for driving with a suspended or revoked license is one year in prison, the license suspended, and a 200 dollar fine.

Paris Hilton not only committed one of these crimes she violated both of them more than one time. Since Paris is a so called “star” her sentence of 45 days in jail, came to a short end after the first 48 hours.

Some wonder if Hilton really did serve her time or if her fame just let her off the hook too easily.

“Celebrities shouldn’t get special privileges because they’re famous. They’re human like the rest of us and they should take responsibility for their actions,” said MHS junior Brittany Wishner.

On the other hand, certain people believe celebrities should be allowed to have shortened consequences because they need to continue their job of entertaining.

According to the A.C. Neilson Company for Statics, the average American watches more than four hours of television each day.

An abundant amount of people believe “locking” these celebrities up will create a drop in entertainment levels.

“Music and entertainment is a big part of the world. Although some stars have committed crimes, they should be let out early so they can continue making music or entertaining. If they are serving time, the entertainment level in the country will die down,” said MHS senior Philip DiGioia.

What’s right and wrong for the rich and famous will continue to ponder the minds of viewers and students.