Cheer's Jerry Harris pleads guilty in federal child sex porn case

The New York Times

As part of a plea agreement, the 22-year-old Harris pleaded guilty to two of seven federal charges related to soliciting child sexual abuse imagery and illegal sexual conduct with a minor. The plea agreement stipulates that after sentencing on the two counts, prosecutors would ask for the remaining charges to be dropped. Afterwards, Harris’ lawyers released a statement saying that Mr. Harris wanted to “take responsibility for his actions and publicly convey his remorse for the harm he has caused the victims.” Harris said he understood the nature of the charges and possible prison time before entering his guilty plea. Harris is scheduled to sentenced on June 28. The plea agreement noted that sentencing guidelines “may recommend 50 years in prison” for the offenses," but Judge Manish S. Shah said he may have a different decision.