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Gosnell Faces Plea Deal in Child Porn Case | Charleston News
Former Charleston judge James Gosnell Jr. faces serious charges for possession and distribution of child pornography, potentially admitting to two counts in a proposed plea deal that would drop four others. Arrested in September 2025 after online activity tipped federal agents, the case was set for trial in August. With possible sentences of up to 20 years and fines of $250,000 per charge, plus mandatory registration as a sex offender, the stakes are high. The case is linked to 69-year-old John Badger Thorpe, who pleaded guilty to conspiracy and distribution and was identified as someone…
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