Convicted Sex Abuser Gets 580 Years to Life for Lewd Acts on Children

The Sacramento man assaulted seven minors over 10 years. Under California law, he'll be eligible for parole in 16 years.
Convicted Sex Abuser Gets 580 Years to Life for Lewd Acts on Children
Sacramento County Superior Court in October 2022. Google Maps/Screenshot via California Insider
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A Sacramento man was sentenced to 580 years to life in state prison March 29 after he was convicted of sexually assaulting seven boys and girls over a span of 10 years.

Sacramento County Superior Court Judge Matthew Gary handed down the heavy sentence to Kirby Torres, 38, last week. Under California law, Mr. Torres will be eligible for parole in 16 years.

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