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Wisconsin Teacher Sentenced to Six Years for Sex Crimes Involving 11-Year-Old Student

The punishment follows a plea deal that dismissed more serious counts.

Overview

  • Madison Bergmann, 26, received six years in prison on Dec. 19, followed by six years of extended supervision.
  • She pleaded guilty in September to one count of child enticement and two counts of sexual misconduct by school staff as part of an agreement that dropped charges including first-degree sexual assault and computer-facilitated child sex crime.
  • Prosecutors asked for a 12-year prison term and the defense sought one year, and the judge imposed concurrent sentences totaling six years.
  • Investigators cited roughly 35,000 texts over about three months and a classroom folder with handwritten notes, and charging documents state the child reported kissing and sexual discussions.
  • Post-release terms include sex-offender registration, prohibited contact with minors without approval, and restricted internet and social media use, as the case fuels local scrutiny of school staff conduct.