Former priest convicted of molesting baby sitter
A Minnesota jury convicted 57 year old James R. Porter of molesting a 15 year old babysitter in 1987. The first trial over charges spanning three states ended after a one day trial and three days of deliberations. The verdict hinges on the credibility of the victim Sara who said Porter groped her while she babysat at his Oakdale home. Porter faces sentencing on six counts with potential prison and fines.
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Engler signs nations toughest stalking law in Michigan
Gov John Engler signed Michigan's new anti stalking law the strongest in the nation with repeat offenders facing up to five years in prison and a $10 000 fine. The package defines malicious harassment causing substantial distress and allows warrantsless arrests for restraining order violations and civil damages by victims.
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