A former Kentucky prosecutor convicted of doing legal favors in exchange for sexual photos has learned his fate.
In February, a federal jury found former Commonwealth’s Attorney Ronnie Goldy guilty of 14 counts, including bribery and wire fraud.
Goldy was sentenced to 41 months in prison on Friday, but he will not have to pay any fines.
Goldy was Commonwealth’s Attorney for Bath, Rowan, Menifee and Montgomery Counties.
Earlier this month, he requested leniency and asked to serve 33 months.
He said he wanted to spend more time with his mother, who is battling cancer.
The judge in Friday’s hearing said committing crimes like these have collateral consequences.
“We thought the way it came out was fair and just and that Judge Reeves took into consideration the arguments of the government and our arguments,” said Goldu’s attorney, Mike Curtis. “He fashioned a sentence that he believes to be fair and just to promote respect for the law and to deter. So, we were satisfied with it.”
Goldy will be under supervision for three years upon his release.
Goldy’s attorney said he is unsure as to whether Goldy will file an appeal.
Source: WAVE
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