The offender, C.R.A., was convicted of sexual assault involving vaginal penetration of an intoxicated and sleeping friend.
The court considered aggravating factors including three prior sexual assault convictions, lack of remorse, and the victim's vulnerability.
Mitigating factors included the offender's history of sexual abuse, struggles with substance abuse, and family support.
Emphasizing denunciation and deterrence, the court sentenced C.R.A. to four years in penitentiary, along with a DNA order, a lifetime weapons prohibition, and a 20-year Sex Offender Registry Order.
