In exchange for his plea, California prosecutors dropped 16 counts, including allegations of child and women rape and human trafficking for child pornography production.
However, victims who spoke during García’s trial expressed their disapproval of the plea deal, claiming it’s too lenient for the gravity of the offenses.
If found guilty on the federal charges, Naasón Joaquín García could face a federal prison sentence of 15 to 30 years for producing child pornography and an additional sentence of up to 10 years for possessing it.
The ultimate decision regarding whether the sentences would be served concurrently or consecutively would rest with the judge, according to the U.S. attorney’s office.
