WARNING: This story contains graphic depictions of sexual misconduct involving children.
By Dan Jones LJI
Northumberland 89.7 FM
An elementary school teacher from Port Hope could be sent to prison after pleading guilty to sexual offenses involving minors.
Kelly-Ann Jennings entered a guilty plea voluntarily in a Peterborough courtroom today to luring a child and child pornography offenses. The parents of the victims were in the public gallery for the proceedings.
The Crown is seeking a four-year prison sentence, stating this reflects the severity of the crime, but also acts as a deterrent to sex crimes with minors. The defense lawyer is requesting a two-year conditional sentence, as Jennings has suffered loss of job and community standing.
Jennings will be sentenced later this month.
A publication ban is in effect to protect the identity of the victims.
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