police officer and bought red paint for a Black Lives Matter protest could face up to life in prison after Utah authorities charged her under a law meant to punish gang members.“This is so far beyond just the enforcement of the law, it feels retaliatory,” said Madalena McNeil, who is facing a potential life sentence if convicted of felony criminal mischief and riot charges. ‘Thoughts and prayers’: NRA mocked with familiar words of sympathy Prosecutors say the charges are worthy of a gang enhancement, which allows them to increase the punishment if McNeil is found guilty.