Tejano Singer Jesse Farias Jr. Found Guilty of Indecency with a Child, Sentenced to Six Years in Prison
San Antonio, Texas – Tejano singer Jesse Farias Jr., known as the front man for the award-winning band La Tropa F, has been found guilty of indecency with a child by contact. After a trial that began on July 14, a jury returned with a conviction just nine hours later. Farias has been sentenced to six years in prison.
The victim, now 18 years old, testified during the trial that Farias had touched her inappropriately on multiple occasions since she was 15 years old. Farias denied these accusations, which involved a minor relative. The victim’s testimony played a crucial role in securing the conviction.
During the trial, the victim’s mother testified that Farias had the responsibility of carpooling the girl and other young relatives home from school. This close proximity provided the opportunity for Farias to allegedly commit the acts of indecency.
As part of his sentence, Farias will be required to register as a sex offender for life. He will also be eligible for parole after serving half of his six-year sentence. If convicted of the second-degree felony, Farias could have faced up to 20 years in prison.
The defense attorney questioned the credibility of the victim, pointing out that she waited until 2021 to report the alleged assaults. However, the jury ultimately sided with her testimony and found Farias guilty.
The trial took place in a San Antonio court, where Farias faced the serious charges brought against him. The news of his conviction has sent shockwaves through the Tejano music community, where Farias was a prominent figure.
This case serves as a reminder of the importance of listening to and supporting victims of sexual assault. It also highlights the need for swift justice and the responsibility held by individuals in positions of trust and authority.
As the sentencing phase wraps up, Farias looks ahead to a lengthy prison term, the requirement to register as a sex offender, and the potential for parole in the future. Meanwhile, the victim and her family can find some solace in the fact that justice has been served.
