sexual abuse

Abuse of a vulnerable adult is punishable by up to 10 years in prison.

Matthew Henderson declined to comment during his sentencing.

The judge is not bound by the plea agreement reached by the prosecution and defense.

One patient testified that Paul Harnetty conducted a pelvic exam and rubbed his thumb on her clitoris to arouse her.

The case started Jan. 11, 2018, when the Wyoming Department of Family Services first reported to the Sheriff's Office allegations of sexual abuse.

Casper police began investigating the case on June 5 after receiving a report containing the allegations from the Wyoming Department of Family Services.

Wilking remarked that given the nature of the sexual abuse and Freeman's criminal history, he should serve the maximum prison term allowed by state law.

The victim said that she had been 11 years old when Sloyer first touched her inappropriately on her back and upper thigh.

Niegisch remained free on bond at the time of Tuesday's arraignment.

A Casper police detective began investigating on March 1 after Voltaire's then-girlfriend found inappropriate pictures of the victim on Voltaire's computer.

A Mills police officer was assigned to investigate the case on the night of April 20, 2015.

Coffey remained in custody at the time of Tuesday's court hearing.