Editor:
I am writing in response to the Nov. 16 article in The New Era, “Man Arrested for Poaching.” For the record, I was not “arrested for poaching.” I was cited for shooting a deer and allowing someone else to tag the animal. I take full responsibility for my actions and am willing to accept fair punishment by the court of law.
My biggest regret has been how to explain to my 7-year-old son that I broke the law; knowing my actions and intentions were not malicious has been a little hard for him to understand. I am sure it will be an issue to revisit in the future.
I truly regret my name being mentioned in The New Era under these circumstances.
Todd Branson
Sweet Home