Following convictions for sexual interference, invitation to sexual touching, and breach of recognizance arising from repeated sexual abuse of a child during family sleep-overs, the court imposed a penitentiary sentence.
The court emphasized denunciation and deterrence under s. 718.01 of the Criminal Code, and treated as aggravating the victim's age, the abuse of trust, and the significant psychological and familial harm documented in multiple victim impact statements.
Mitigating factors included the offender's lack of criminal record, employment history, compliance with bail, and supportive reference letters.
A 34-month sentence, less 5 days' credit for pre-sentence custody, together with ancillary no-contact, firearms, SOIRA, DNA, and long-term child-contact prohibitions, was held to be fit.
