Former Arizona State Senator Sentenced to One Year for Sexual Misconduct with a Minor
Otoniel 'Tony' Navarrete, a former Democratic lawmaker, receives a minimal prison sentence after a mixed verdict on multiple charges.
- Navarrete was sentenced to one year in prison and 10 years of supervised release following his conviction.
- The conviction stems from allegations of inappropriate contact with a minor while living together.
- Initially facing up to 49 years, the sentence was significantly reduced after a mistrial on most charges.
- Navarrete has maintained his innocence and plans to appeal the conviction.
- His political career ended abruptly after the allegations, leading to his resignation from the Arizona state senate.