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In court, Jerry Leblanc faced sentencing for two state jail felony charges: theft and abandoning or endangering a child. Prosecutors highlighted his criminal history, past probation revocations, and the seriousness of the 2021 incident, where he and others attempted to steal large amounts of merchandise from Academy Sports while leaving a child unattended in a car. The state argued for jail time, emphasizing that Leblanc had previously been given chances on probation but failed.

The defense countered with a request for probation, stressing that Leblanc had not been in trouble for nearly a decade, had matured, and was now active in his community. His attorney noted his difficult upbringing in foster care, his volunteer work coaching youth football, and his role as a supportive father to his young daughter. The defense also pointed out that the PSI (pre-sentence investigation) rated him as low risk for probation.

After reviewing the case, the judge acknowledged both sides. While noting Leblanc’s troubling history, the court also considered his growth, positive contributions, and time without new offenses. Ultimately, the judge sentenced him to two years in state jail on each charge but probated both sentences for five years. Conditions include $500 fines per case, strict probation compliance, no contact with co-defendants, no visits to Academy, and no marijuana use, even if medically prescribed. The judge warned that any violation would immediately activate the two-year sentences.

Leblanc waived his right to appeal and received formal admonishments regarding firearm restrictions under Texas law. He now begins a five-year probation period, with the chance to prove his rehabilitation but facing strict consequences if he fails.

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