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remorse.”

Vanessa stared at him, face blank.

“This sentence must reflect the seriousness of the offense, the harm caused, and the need to deter violence within families, where victims are too often pressured into silence.”

He looked down at the order.

“You are sentenced to eight years in state prison, with eligibility for parole after five years. Upon continue reading …