55 Years without Parole: Convicted Child Predator Sentenced in Montgomery County

55 years without parole: Convicted child predator sentenced in Montgomery County

“This case represents the very reason we do what we do. There is no sentence long enough to undo the damage, but this verdict guarantees the defendant will never hurt another child again,” said District Attorney Brett Ligon.

From Predator to Prisoner: Montgomery County Jury delivers 55-Year Sentence, No Parole

On Thursday, June 26, 2025, a Montgomery County jury convicted Sean Michael Gates of Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child and delivered a 55-year prison sentence. The trial, held in the 435th District Court with Judge Patty Maginnis presiding, resulted in a sentence that includes no possibility of parole. Prosecutors Tamara Tyler and Katherine Wiethorn […] The post From Predator to Prisoner: Montgomery County Jury delivers 55-Year Sentence, No Par…