Reversal of Lower Court Decision on Minor Sexual Abuse Case
December 9, 2025
The Appeals Court overturned a lower court's ruling and sentenced a 25-year-old to three years in prison for sexually abusing a minor. The accused was initially acquitted, but the Attorney General's appeal led to a re-examination of the case. The lower court had prioritized the accused's clean criminal record and considered the incident isolated. The 25-year-old assaulted the victim during a move while the child's mother was away. The Appeals Court's decision emphasizes the need for stricter penalties in such cases.