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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2026 TWIN FALLS, IDAHO
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Twin Falls Judge Sentences Joel Garcia to 15 Years in Prison

A Twin Falls judge sentenced 22-year-old Joel Garcia to a unified 15-year prison term in a child sexual abuse case.

Judge William Hancock imposed five years fixed and up to 10 years indeterminate after Garcia pleaded guilty in August to child sexual abuse-induce.

The offense involved causing or permitting a minor under 16 years old to witness an act of sexual conduct. Garcia entered the plea as part of a deal.

The court also extended a no-contact order with the victim through 2056.

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