Utah House of Representatives censures Judge Don M. Torgerson for minimizing child rape during sentencing.
This resolution censures Judge Don M. Torgerson for his statements during a sentencing hearing for a defendant convicted of child sexual exploitation. The resolution condemns his comments, including "I've seen worse," and his suggestion that the defendant's privilege justified a lighter sentence. The Utah House of Representatives expresses disappointment in the Utah State Courts for inaccurately defending Judge Torgerson. The resolution also sends a copy to Judge Torgerson, the Judicial Conduct Commission, and the Judicial Council.
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