- 3/16/2026 5:17:11 AM
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In a landmark ruling that sent shockwaves through the Inland Empire, a Banning man convicted of sexually assaulting a disabled woman multiple times has been sentenced to 25 years to life in prison. The Riverside County Superior Court handed down the maximum penalty following emotional testimony from advocates and exhaustive evidence presentation.
Judge Angela Martinez's blistering courtroom remarks highlighted the "calculated nature of these despicable acts against someone who couldn't defend herself." Prosecutors emphasized these key factors in securing the harsh sentence:
Advocacy groups are hailing this as a watershed moment for disabled victims of sexual violence. "This sentence sends an undeniable message that our most vulnerable citizens deserve equal protection," stated Marisol Gutierrez of the Disability Justice Coalition.
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