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Wander Franco criminally responsible for abuse, judge finds, but spared punishment in Dominican case
- Franco was declared criminally responsible for abuse but will not serve a sentence due to a judicial pardon.
- The judge said Franco was also a victim of extortion by the minor’s mother, who faces prison for trafficking the daughter.
- The mother of the minor was sentenced to 10 years in prison for sexually trafficking her daughter.
- Franco left the courthouse calm, thanking fans and saying he trusted in the legal process.
- MLB said it will conclude its investigation at the appropriate time as Franco’s case unfolds.
- The full sentencing is scheduled for June 16, per the attorney.
- Franco was arrested in 2024 on accusations linked to a relationship with a minor in the Dominican Republic.
- Franco signed an 11-year, $182 million contract with the Rays in 2021 before the case affected his career.
- Franco left the Rays on the restricted list after his arrest, cutting off pay during administrative leave.
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