The accused pleaded guilty to failing to provide the necessaries of life and criminal negligence causing bodily harm in relation to her young child.
The child was discovered severely malnourished, developmentally delayed, and confined to a room covered in feces.
The court considered the accused's mental health issues, including depression and drug dependency, as well as the abusive control exerted by her partner.
Emphasizing denunciation and deterrence for the prolonged and severe neglect, the court sentenced the accused to 12 months of incarceration followed by 24 months of probation.
