A former violin teacher from Columbus, Georgia, has been
sentenced to four years in prison, reports the Opelika-Auburn
News. Mario Urbina, 46, was accused of fondling a female
student in 2010, but pleaded guilty to the lesser charge of
interference with custody, as part of a plea bargain with
prosecutors.
The interference charge states that it is illegal to take a child
younger than 18 from the custody of their parents or lawful
guardian. As part of the plea agreement, prosecutors agreed not to
try Urbina on charges of sexual abuse of a child and enticement if
the plea and sentence are carried out.
Urbina's lawyer and the Lee County District Attorney said that the
deal was reached after consulting with the student and her
family.
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