Friday, August 28, 2015

"Owen Labrie Found Not Guilty of Felony Sexual Assault in Prep School Trial"

"The girl's family had arms around her as she cried softly."
The girl's family said in a statement: "Today, a measure of justice has been served for victims of sexual violence. While he was not convicted on all charges, Owen Labrie was held accountable in some way by a jury of his peers for crimes he committed against our daughter. This conviction requires him to take ownership for his actions and gives him the opportunity to reflect upon the harm he has caused." 
The family added, "While we stood together as a family through this process, it was our young daughter who took the stand to speak the truth and request justice. We admire her bravery in coming forward and speaking out in the face of great adversity. It is truly her courage that has made this measure of justice possible today."
Owen Labrie was found guilty of lesser charges related to sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a minor. He may end up as a registered sex offender for life. (read the whole thing) (video at the link)

7 comments:

Trooper York said...

Wait a minute!

I thought you were talking about Joe Biden?

Lem the artificially intelligent said...

I'm surprised he was not found guilty. Will all the Rolling Stones magazine hysteria, saying 1 in 5 is raped.

Methadras said...

He still got Nifong'ed.

Titus said...

We he still be able to attend Harvard? He wasn't even one of the rich students at the elite, fab, New England prep school

ndspinelli said...

He planned on going to the Divinity School @ Harvard. He might want to consider another major.

Titus said...

lol Nick; I forgot he wanted to go to the Divinity School-anyone can get into that school.

The weird thing is that the lou in the divinity school is known as a cruising spot.

William said...

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