Jeffrey Donaldson could face more than 10 years in jail for child sexual abuse, court told
Summary
Jeffrey Donaldson, former leader of Northern Ireland’s Democratic Unionist Party, was found guilty of 18 sexual abuse charges involving two women when they were children. He faces over 10 years in prison, with sentencing expected next month.Key Facts
- Jeffrey Donaldson led the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) from 2021 to 2024.
- In June, he was found guilty of 18 sexual abuse charges, including one count of rape.
- The abuse involved two women when they were children, some as young as 7 or 8 years old.
- One victim described the trial as a “terrible experience” and said the abuse affected her daily life.
- The other victim said her childhood was “stolen” and that she still suffers emotional stress.
- Some charges carry up to 14 years in prison under old laws.
- Donaldson’s lawyer asked for leniency, citing his age and no offenses in the past 18 years.
- Donaldson’s wife is appealing findings related to some charges but cannot go to jail due to mental health issues.
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