Former San Jose Councilman Omar Torres Pleads No Contest to Child Sex Abuse Charges

The disgraced politician faces up to 24 years in prison after admitting to decades-long abuse, as San Jose holds a special election to replace him.

Omar Torres, former San Jose City Councilman, pleaded no contest to three felony charges of child sexual abuse on April 8, 2025.
The charges include incidents spanning from the 1990s to more recent allegations involving minors, solidifying a pattern of abuse over decades.
If convicted, Torres could face up to 24 years in prison and lifetime registration as a sex offender; sentencing has not yet been scheduled.
Torres resigned from his council seat in November 2024 following his arrest and has remained in custody without bail since then.
San Jose voters are participating in a special election to select a replacement for Torres, whose resignation has left District 3 without representation.