(Longview, Washington) In November 2006, 35-year-old teacher's aide at Hudson Park Elementary School in Rainier, Christine Marie Johanson, was indicted by a grand jury on counts of rape, sodomy, sexual abuse and furnishing liquor to a minor. All charges resulted from a months-long sexual relationship with a 15-year-old boy. Ultimately, Johanson faced charges in both Washington and Oregon and was under investigation by the FBI. For history of the case, see here and here.
Recently, Johanson pleaded guilty to one count of rape in Cowlitz County, Washington, in accordance with an Alford plea on July 11th. Her plea was entered just before the scheduled start date for her trial.
Yesterday, accompanied by her husband, a visibly-shaken Johanson arrived in the Cowlitz County courtroom and was sentenced to six months in jail. She expressed remorse and apologized to everyone for the "pain, stress and anger" she caused. She vowed to make better choices in life.
Regarding the charges she faces in Columbia County, Oregon, Johanson has a court appearance scheduled for tomorrow at which time she is expected to plead guilty to reduced charges in accordance with an agreement. I'll update this post after tomorrow's proceedings.
Tip: Don Morgenstern
[Update 09/01/07]
(Columbia County, Oregon) Johanson pleaded guilty to four counts of third-degree rape yesterday. Sentencing is scheduled for October 3rd. She faces a possible 30 months in prison.
[Update 10/04/07]
Johanson sentenced to 360 days jail in Oregon.
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