August 21st, 2020: Joseph DeAngelo Sentenced in Sacramento

DeAngelo has been sentenced to the absolute maximum penalty allowed by law: 11 consecutive “Life Without Possibility of Parole” sentences and several more years added for additional charges and enhancements.

Joseph James DeAngelo, Jr. will never get out of prison.

On August 21st, 2020, Department 24 was called to session in a makeshift courtroom set up at Sacramento State University (a remote venue used to accommodate pandemic measures for a larger gallery). DeAngelo and the defense team were positioned to face Judge Michael Bowman rather than the people in attendance – a request the judge made so that he could talk directly to DeAngelo during the proceedings.

DeAngelo was present, as were defense attorneys Joseph Cress, Alice Michel, and Diane Howard. Present for the People were:

Anne Marie Schubert (DA of Sacramento County)
Greg Totten (DA of Ventura County)
Todd Spitzer (DA of Orange County)
Diana Becton (DA of Contra Costa County)
Joyce Dudley (DA of Santa Barbara County)
Tim Ward (DA of Tulare County)
Nancy O’Malley (DA of Alameda County)
Tori Salazar (DA of San Joaquin County)

Judge Bowman began by reading the 26 charges that DeAngelo plead guilty to (and the admissions related to those charges). Other admissions for crimes past the statute of limitations were not part of the proceedings, but they were considered in the judge’s sentence as he weighed the overall facts of the case.

The district attorneys with chargeable offenses were allowed to speak to the court.

Diana Becton, DA for Contra Costa County, focused on the victims by reading quotes from the victim impact statements. She also thanked Victim witness advocates, attorneys, and thanked investigator Paul Holes by name.

Todd Spitzer, DA for Orange County, thanked Judge Bowman for his handling of the case and the leeway he provided the prosecutors and victims. He also thanked several members of his team, including Deborah Lloyd (prosecutor), Dennis Conway, Pat Dixon, Erika Hutchcraft, Investigator Doyle, and law clerk Rebecca. Spitzer noted how DeAngelo destroyed so many lives, but he was able to live his own life: he was able to “be on his boat” and “blow out birthday candles with his family.”

Joyce Dudley, DA for Santa Barbara County, discussed some of the cases she’d prosecuted in her career and how her perceptions of victims changed. She hoped that victims in the Golden State Killer case are able to finally focus on their loved ones.

Tim Ward, DA for Tulare County, discussed how the victims and families of other cold cases can now see that there’s hope for their own cases. “Now they know to never give up.” “The space for evil like this to operate grows smaller and smaller” thanks to advancing technology. After this case remained unsolved for 45 years, he felt that the voice of hope was the “true legacy” of this case. His compliments of Judge Bowman’s demeanor were echoed by those in the gallery.

Greg Totten, DA for Ventura County, spoke about DeAngelo’s lack of remorse and avoidance of the light. He hoped that the victims can now feel a sense of purpose and life because everyone did the best they could to deliver justice in this case.

Anne Marie Schubert, DA for Sacramento County, repeated how proud she was of the team. She thanked the defense team for the professionalism and thanked the judge for his “dignity and grace.” She also spoke about the EAR’s effect on individuals in the community and how the greatest revenge against DeAngelo is for the victims to live their lives. As a callback to the victim impact statements, she said “Paint your children and your grandchildren’s rooms again with hearts and rainbows. Water ski again.”

Schubert also addressed DeAngelo. “There is honestly little left to say. Your name will fade form the headlines.” She also vowed that he will never be allowed to “manipulate” or “deceive” the Department of Corrections into thinking that he’s a feeble old man and somehow deserves better. The courtroom applauded this. As a final callback to the victim impact statements, she quoted Kris Pedretti: “Mr. DeAngelo, there is no prayer strong enough to save you.” The courtroom applauded again.

After a short break, Judge Bowman asked if the defense wished to be heard. They affirmed that they did.

Defense attorney Alice Michel explained that there was nothing they could say to take away the pain DeAngelo had caused. She affirmed that the defense had heard the victims, seen them, and the team acknowledged their pain and suffering. She said that the team hopes that by admitting to the offenses, DeAngelo has offered some semblance of peace.

Brief statements from family members of DeAngelo were then read to the court. The defense team was emphatic that the statements were not read to excuse or justify his actions or to cause any further pain to the victims. They also asked the public and media to please respect his family’s privacy. “They are innocent.”

A statement from DeAngelo’s sister (read by Michel) described a history of “mental and physical” abuse that occurred early in their lives and placed part of the blame on their father. “Joe faced many things and I’m sure he couldn’t cope with it all. It will never justify what happened.” She also expressed her “deepest sympathy to all victims and survivors.”

A statement from DeAngelo’s niece (read by Michel) described her relationship with Joseph as one that was considerably better than the one she had with her father.

A statement from DeAngelo’s friend (read by defense attorney Joseph Cress) described the close relationship DeAngelo had with the friend’s family and some of the hardships that DeAngelo faced early in his life.

A statement from another niece (read by Cress) expressed sympathy and to all of the victims. The statement discussed DeAngelo engaging in normal family activities. :There is someone else inside of him who I do not know.” “I’m very sorry to the victims. I can’t imagine what they went through.”

Note: We will link to these statements once the full text of this week’s Victim Impact Statements has been posted.

At that point, Joseph DeAngelo himself was offered an opportunity to address the court. DeAngelo rose from his wheelchair with ease, blasting away any remnants of speculation that he was ill or infirm. Members of the gallery who had brought signs thrusted them into the air for him to see. DeAngelo turned to the judge and slightly to the gallery, paused for a few moments, and removed his COVID-19 mask with nuances that will be no doubt become a case study for body language experts. After another pause, he spoke in a voice that was much clearer and stronger than the “put-on” voice he’d used in court for the past two and a half years:

“I’ve listened to all of your statements. Each one of ’em. And I’m truly sorry to everyone I’ve hurt. Thank you, your honor.”

The Judge Bowman thanked him and moved on to the final stage of the court session: the imposition of sentence. Judge Bowman described how he’d considered all of the comments, facts, and circumstances of the case. After officially approving the plea bargain to remove the death penalty, he clarified that the court was not saying that DeAngelo did not deserve the death penalty.

Judge Bowman also offered a few comments, though he mentioned that he typically does not do so. He referred to the Victim Impact Statements, saying: “Their impact statements will always be with me. I was moved by their grace… qualities you clearly lack” (referring to DeAngelo). He applauded the efforts of everyone who had helped with the case. He also described some of the thoughts he had throughout the hearings that he presided over, such as wondering what DeAngelo was thinking and wondering if he was “comprehending the anguish [he’d] caused.”

Then, the DeAngelo’s sentencing:

The charges from 1979 and beyond resulted in sentences of Life Without Possibility of Parole (“LWOP”). Years were added for murder during the commission of rape, murder during the commission of burglary, and weapons enhancements. This totaled to 11 LWOP charges and additional years.

The charges before 1979 resulted in life sentences. Charge enhancements for the use of a weapon added additional years. While technically the minimum parole eligibility for these particular charges is seven years and not less than five years, DeAngelo will never be paroled because of the LWOP sentences.

Some of the sentences will be served concurrently, but the harsher ones will be served consecutively.

DeAngelo was sentenced to the maximum possible terms under the rule of law. He will never get out of prison.

The court also discussed restitution. Because the relevant laws were not in place until 1985, the 1986 murder of Janelle Cruz is the only one enforceable as a civil judgment. Under law, the fine was increased to $10,000 for the conviction of a felony since 1985. Judge Bowman imposed the maximum amount. DeAngelo will be entitled to a hearing related to this at some point.

DeAngelo must register as a sex offender, submit to an AIDS test, provide thumb and palm prints, provide DNA, and cannot possess firearms. Under the plea agreement, he has no rights to appeal his sentence.

Joseph DeAngelo was then remanded to the Sacramento Sheriff’s Office to eventually be placed in prison to serve out the remainder of his life.

As court was adjourned, the gallery applauded.

A press conference was held a few minutes after court was adjourned. Several of the district attorneys spoke and took questions from the press.

Anne Marie Schubert, DA of Sacramento County, played video clips (the ones discussed on the August 17th hearing) for the audience. The intent was to show that DeAngelo was not “feeble” and still possessed “dexterity.” The clips showed DeAngelo exercising, lifting off of his bunk to put something on the light in his cell to darken it, and scrubbing the perimeter of his cell with his foot.

Todd Spitzer, DA of Orange County, acknowledged Drew Witthuhn (brother of murder victim Manuela Witthuhn), who had been a police officer in Garden Grove for 20 years. Spitzer emphasized that DeAngelo’s apology “was a fake,” and noted that the resolution of this case “has been one of the proudest moments in [his] career as a prosecutor.”

Joyce Dudley from Santa Barbara acknowledged “Fred” (a law enforcement officer who had worked the case for 35 years) and thanked Anne Marie Schubert. The audience gave DA Schubert a round of applause.

Tori Salazar, DA from San Joaquin County, did not have a chance to speak in court. She spoke at the press conference about how the victims in this case give “power” to the high percentage of sexual assault victims who do not report the crimes committed against them. “You know what a hero looks like. You know what courage looks like.” She also acknowledged DA Schubert, saying that she “deserves an award for her leadership and what she’s done.” The audience applauded again.

Nancy O’Malley, DA from Alameda County, also did not have a chance to speak in court. At the press conference, she described how she was a victim advocate back when the crimes were happening. She echoed the pride and appreciation for how everyone “banded together” to solved the crime, and spoke to DA Salazar’s comments about the challenges that victims face in sexual assault cases.

Several questions were asked at the conclusion of the prepared remarks. The first one was a question about whether investigators know why he picked certain communities.

Anne Marie Schubert answered that we may never know. Greg Totten, DA of Ventura County, added that even if DeAngelo would explain some of his behaviors, his office would have “no confidence in anything this predator would say about why he engaged in this conduct.” Schubert followed this with a reminder that he was “blowing up animals” and learning how to burglarize homes even as a young teen.

Rowena Shaddox from Fox40 asked if there were any more rapes and murders that could be associated with him. DA Schubert answered that we may never know every crime that DeAngelo committed.

Paige St. John from the LA Times asked two questions about whether there was enough evidence to convict DeAngelo if the DNA evidence had somehow been ruled inadmissible at trial. DA Schubert acknowledged that DNA was the “star” of the case, but that “everything fell in line.” She also noted that cases solved with this method have already reached resolution. DA Todd Spitzer discussed the impact statement given by Bruce and Ron Harrington and how Investigative Genetic Genealogy has resulted in 93 solved cases. He remarked the DNA “solved this case.”

Sharon Bernstein from Reuters asked about crimes that might have occurred in the late 1980s. DA Schubert repeated that we may never know, and wondered if the introduction of forensic DNA in 1986 was a factor in DeAngelo possibly stopping.

Madison Wade from ABC10 asked about evidence taken from DeAngelo’s home. DA Schubert said that the evidence related to that is “still sealed.”

A question was asked seeking comments about DeAngelo apologizing to the victims. DA Spitzer summed up his earlier remarks: “It was all BS.” The audience applauded.

Tony Cabrera from ABC7 asked when DeAngelo will be transferred to prison and which facility he might end up in. DA Totten described the challenges of placing prisoners during the COVID-19 pandemic. He explained that DeAngelo will be a Level IV prisoner (a violent offender with a long sentence), and the California Department of Corrections will eventually place him in a Level IV (highest security) facility.

The press conference was concluded.

Joseph DeAngelo has been identified, arrested, convicted, and sentenced. This landmark portion of the Visalia Ransacker, East Area Rapist, Original Night Stalker, and Golden State Killer case is over.

It is our sincere hope that with DeAngelo sent away to prison for the rest of his life, the damage he did to this world can begin to fade. We wish brighter futures for everyone affected by these crimes.

Thank you for reading. We hope that this blog has provided folks with the updates and information that they needed throughout this journey. We’ll post updates if any significant developments occur.

Thank you to everyone who made a resolution in this case possible.

August 20th, 2020 Victim Impact Statements in Sacramento

This third and final day of Victim Impact Statements was reserved for family and friends of the thirteen murder victims from the charges DeAngelo entered a guilty plea for on June 29th, 2020. The statements were delivered in the Department 24 courtroom in the Sacramento Superior Court system.

Rather than offer summaries of what was said, we plan to link to full victim impact statements if we’re able to. Until then, we offer this list of speakers:

Tulare County Cases:
Elizabeth Hupp, daughter of Claude Snelling (murdered by DeAngelo on 9/11/75)

Lori Mendonca, daughter of William McGowen (DeAngelo attempted to murder McGowen on 12/10/75)

Sacramento County Cases:
Ken Smith, brother of Katie Maggiore (murdered by DeAngelo on 2/2/78)

Karen Smith, aunt of Katie Maggiore

Loretta Maggiore, mother of Brian Maggiore (murdered by DeAngelo on 2/2/78). Statement was read by Sacramento County prosecutor Thien Ho.

Santa Barbara Cases:
Natasha Holliday and Rosanne Howard, friends of Alexandria “Ali” Manning (murdered by DeAngelo on 12-30-79). Statement read by Kelly Duncan, Chief Deputy District Attorney for Santa Barbara.

A nephew of Greg Sanchez  spoke (he does not want his name included). (Greg Sanchez was murdered by DeAngelo on 7-21-81).

Debbi McMullan, daughter of Cheri Domingo (murdered by DeAngelo on 7-21-81). Melanie Barbeau, a supporter, stood with her.

David Domingo, son of Cheri Domingo.

Ventura County Cases:
Jill-Karen Morrill, friend of Charlene Herzenberg Smith and Lyman Smith (both murdered by DeAngelo in March 1980).

Carol Womack Billings. Statement read by Ventura Chief Assistant District Attorney Cheryl Temple.

Jennifer Carole, daughter of Lyman Smith and step-daughter of Charlene Smith. For a portion of the statement, Jennifer’s daughter stood with her.

Orange County Cases:
Drew Witthuhn, brother of David Witthuhn and brother-in-law of Manuela Witthuhn (Manuela was murdered by DeAngelo on 2/5/81).

Michelle Cruz, sister of Janelle Cruz (murdered by DeAngelo on 5/5/86).

Diane, mother of Janelle Cruz.

Leslie Metoyer, friend of Janelle and Michelle Cruz.

Leigh Jones, aunt of Janelle Cruz.

Cindy Irvine, friend of Patrice Harrington (murdered by DeAngelo on 8-19-80). Statement read by prosecutor Deborah Lloyd from the Orange County District Attorneys Office.

Ron Harrington, brother of Keith Harrington and brother-in-law of Patrice Harrington (both murdered by DeAngelo on 8-19-80). Bruce Harrington, also the brother of Keith Harrington and brother-in-law of Patrice Harrington, helped compose the statement and stood by his side.

August 19th, 2020 Victim Impact Statements in Sacramento

The second day of Victim Impact Statements included victims from the counties of Sacramento, San Joaquin, Alameda, Yolo, Santa Clara, and Contra Costa. DeAngelo admitted to or entered a guilty plea for all of these cases on June 29th, 2020.

Rather than offer summaries of what was said, we plan to link to full victim impact statements if we’re able to. Until then, we offer a list of speakers.

Note: “EAR” stands for “East Area Rapist,” one of the monikers used for Joseph DeAngelo when he was still unidentified.

Sacramento County:
Jane Carson-Sandler (EAR Attack #5, Counts 34 and 35, Jane Doe #20), accompanied by Bonnie Ueltzen (DeAngelo’s former fiancée)

San Joaquin County:
Gay Hardwick (EAR Attack #30 Counts 57 and 58, Jane Doe #39 ), accompanied by husband Robert Hardwick.

Robert Hardwick (EAR Attack #30, Counts 57 and 58, John Doe #17)

Alameda County:
Robert Brooks (EAR Attack #44, Counts 73 and 74, John Doe #22), statement read by Sacramento prosecutor Thien Ho.

Yolo County:
“The Yolo County Couple” (EAR Attack #35, Counts 64 and 65, Jane Doe #43 and John Doe #20), statement read by victim advocate Laura Valdes

Santa Clara County:
Joanne Miyao (EAR Counts 68 and 69, Attack #41)

Contra Costa County:
Gladys Reder (EAR Attack #42, Count 70, Jane Doe #47)

“Jane Doe #10” and “John Doe #9” (EAR Attack #37, Count 23, Jane Doe #10 and John Doe #9), statement read by Contra Costa County Chief Assistant DA Venus Johnson

Mary Berwert (EAR Attack #47, Count 72, Jane Doe #49)

Michelle (last name not included), (EAR Attack #39, Count 25, Jane Doe #12)

August 18th, 2020 Victim Impact Statements in Sacramento

Today was the first day of a three-day schedule of Victim Impact Statements delivered before Friday’s sentencing. Victim Impact Statements were given by victims and family of kidnapping/rape/robbery charges stemming from crimes in the Sacramento area in 1976 and 1977.

Rather than offer summaries of what was said, we plan to link to full victim impact statements if we’re able to. Until then, we offer a list of speakers.

Our hearts go out to every survivor, their loved ones, and anyone affected by DeAngelo’s crimes.

Phyllis Hennemann (EAR Attack #1, Count 28, Jane Doe #14). Statement read by the victim’s sister, Karen Veilleux.

Karen Veilleux, sister of Phyllis Hennemann.

Peggy Rex (EAR Attack #2, Counts 29 and 30, Jane Doe #15).

Susan Peterson (EAR Attack #2, Counts 29 and 30, Jane Doe #16).

Patricia Murphy/Cosper, (EAR Attack #4, Count 14, Jane Doe #1). Statement read by by daughter Patricia Cosper.

Patricia Cosper, daughter of Patricia Murphy/Cosper.

Pete Schultze, son of Winnie Schultze (EAR Attack #7, Count 37, Jane Doe #22).

Lisa Marie Lilienthal (EAR Attack #13, Counts 42 and 43, Jane Doe #28). Daughter of “Jane Doe #27” (EAR Attack #13).

Kris Pedretti (EAR Attack #10, Count 39, Jane Doe #24).

Kathy Rogers (EAR Attack #16, Count 15, Jane Doe #2). Statement read by Carol Daly.

Son of Kathy Rogers.

Husband of Kathy Rogers.

Kathleen (confirming the spelling of last name) (EAR Attack #17, Count 16, Jane Doe #3).

Linda O’Dell (EAR Attack #20, Count 18, Jane Doe #5). Carol Daly stood with her during her statement.

“Jane Doe #35” (EAR Attack #25, Count 22). Statement read by a victim advocate.

Mother of Deborah Strouse (Deborah was the victim in EAR Attack #26, Count 48 and 49, Jane Doe #32).

Sandy James, sister of Deborah Strouse.

Aunt of Deborah Strauss.

Daughter of Deborah and Robert Strauss.

Robert Strauss (EAR Attack #26, Counts 48 and 49, John Doe #15). Statement read by a victim advocate.

Victor Hayes (EAR Attack #24, Count 21, John Doe #7).

August 17th, 2020 Hearing in Sacramento

Convicted serial offender Joseph James DeAngelo, Jr. appeared in Sacramento Superior Court this morning in Department 60 at 8:30 AM.

The primary concern of the hearing was whether or not to play surveillance video of DeAngelo conducting activities in his jail cell at the sentencing hearing on Friday.

Prosecutor Ho argued that he has video of DeAngelo being “quick,” “agile,” and “flexible” – a stark contrast to the “blank stare” and infirm appearance that DeAngelo portrays in court. He referred to a specific instance of DeAngelo troubleshooting a lighting issue in his cell. One of Prosecutor Ho’s concerns is that in an age of COVID-19 and evolving stances on compassionate release, DeAngelo’s demeanor may someday make him eligible for release. Ho also wanted to emphasize that DeAngelo is physically and mentally capable of expressing remorse and is choosing not to do so. Prosecutor Ho claimed that he would not be seeking the display of the videos in question if DeAngelo were not putting on an act.

Defense (Ms. Michels and Mr. Cress) objected to the video being shown at sentencing. They claimed that the video clips are irrelevant, they are a “grotesque invasion of his privacy” (“which may not even be legal”), and they wondered aloud if DeAngelo was moved to one of the only two cells in Sacramento Jail which have recording features in order for prosecutors to capture specific activities. They claimed that if the video clips ARE used in sentencing, they will ask for a continuance in order to review all Sacramento Jail video related to DeAngelo’s incarceration. DeAngelo has been incarcerated for approximately 500 days, but it’s unlikely that there are 500 days worth of video to review.

The video clips in question were from June 1st, 17th, 29th (the date of the plea), and July 18th. They have no sound.

It was also mentioned that the Sacramento District Attorneys office has not been the agency requesting that DeAngelo appear in court in a wheelchair; it was the Sacramento Sheriff’s request that he be in a wheelchair for specific hearings so that they could remove him quickly if they needed to.

Other information that was discussed was the note that DeAngelo had been placed in a cell where he could be surveilled so that he would not harm himself. Also, approximately a year ago, DeAngelo was videotaped committing a sexual act while watching someone outside his cell.

The judge ultimately ruled the June and July videos irrelevant to whether the court would accept DeAngelo’s plea. Whether he could move about in his cell or stand on his bunk was also determined to be irrelevant. The judge noted that DeAngelo has never put his physical infirmity forth as an issue, nor has he ever asked for leniency. At the plea hearing, the defense confirmed that DeAngelo was competent to enter the plea. The court will not play the video at sentencing, but the clips will be placed in his file.

Victim impact statements begin tomorrow morning (August 18th). The live stream will be available once court is in session. You may view it here.

Victim Impact Statements and Sentencing to Begin the Week of August 17th, 2020

Now that the Golden State Killer has entered guilty pleas, one of the final steps in the State of California’s case against Joseph James DeAngelo is the sentencing phase. Victims will be allowed to give impact statements. Judge Michael Bowman has promised that there will be no limitations of “time or content” on these statements. In a process that’s expected to last several days, victims and/or their surviving family members will have an opportunity to deliver these statements directly to the court.

There’s also the matter of financial restitution to the victims. That amount has not yet been determined. Also, as a part of the plea deal, DeAngelo has waived all appellate rights. After sentencing, the criminal case against DeAngelo for these particular crimes will largely be settled.

Joseph James DeAngelo Has Entered a Plea of GUILTY

Joseph James DeAngelo, Jr. has officially admitted responsibility for 76 crimes committed by the Golden State Killer:

Count 1: Guilty of the murder of Claude Snelling
Count 1 (cont): Admitted to the attempted kidnapping of Beth Snelling
Count 1 (cont): Admitted to the attempted murder of Bill McGowen
Count 2: Guilty of the murder of Katie Maggiore
Count 3: Guilty of the murder of Brian Maggiore
Count 4: Guilty of the murder of Debra Manning
Count 5: Guilty of the murder of Robert Offerman
Count 6: Guilty of the murder of Cheri Domingo
Count 7: Guilty of the murder of Greg Sanchez
Count 8: Guilty of the murder of Charlene Smith
Count 9: Guilty of the murder of Lyman Smith
Count 10: Guilty of the murder of Patrice Harrington
Count 11: Guilty of the murder of Keith Harrington
Count 12: Guilty of the murder of Manuela Witthuhn
Count 13: Guilty of the murder of Janelle Cruz
Count 14: Guilty of the EAR Attack #4 of Jane Doe #1
Count 15: Guilty of the EAR Attack #16 of Jane Doe #2 and John Doe #1
Count 16: Guilty of the EAR Attack #17 of Jane Doe #3 and John Doe #2
Count 17: Guilty of the EAR Attack #18 of Jane Doe #4 and John Doe #3
Count 18: Guilty of the EAR Attack #20 of Jane Doe #5 and John Doe #4
Count 19: Guilty of the EAR Attack #21 of Jane Doe #6 and John Doe #5
Count 20: Guilty of the EAR Attack #22 of Jane Doe #7 and John Doe #6
Count 21: Guilty of the EAR Attack #24 of Jane Doe #8 and John Doe #7
Count 22: Guilty of the EAR Attack #25 of Jane Doe #9 and John Doe #8
Count 23: Guilty of the EAR Attack #37 of Jane Doe #10 and John Doe #9
Count 24: Guilty of the EAR Attack #38 of Jane Doe #11 and John Doe #10
Count 25: Guilty of EAR Attack #39 of Jane Doe #12 and John Doe #11
Count 26: Guilty of the EAR Attack #46 of Jane Doe #13 and John Doe #12
Count 28: Admitted to the EAR Attack #1 of Jane Doe #14
Counts 29 and 30: Admitted to the EAR Attack #2 of Jane Doe #15 and Jane Doe #16
Counts 31, 32, and 33: Admitted to the EAR Attack #3 of Jane Doe #17, Jane Doe #18, and Jane Doe #19
Counts 34 and 35: Admitted to EAR Attack #5 on Jane Doe #20 and John Doe #13
Count 36: Admitted to EAR Attack #6 on Jane Doe #21
Count 37: Admitted to EAR Attack #7 on Jane Doe #22
Count 38: Admitted to EAR Attack #9 on Jane Doe #23
Count 39: Admitted to EAR Attack #10 on Jane Doe #24
Count 40: Admitted to EAR Attack #11 on Jane Doe #25
Count 41: Admitted to EAR Attack #12 on Jane Doe #26
Counts 42 and 43: Admitted to EAR Attack #13 on Jane Doe #27 and Jane Doe #28
Count 44: Admitted to EAR Attack #14 on Jane Doe #29
Count 45: Admitted to EAR Attack #15 on Jane Doe #30
Counts 46 and 47: Admitted to EAR Attack #19 on Jane Doe #31 and John Doe #14
Counts 48 and 49: Admitted to EAR Attack #26 on Jane Doe #32 and John Doe #15
Counts 50 and 51: Admitted to EAR Attack #27 on Jane Doe #33 and Jane Doe #34
Count 52: Admitted to EAR Attack #28 on Jane Doe #35
Counts 53 and 54: Admitted to EAR Attack #29 on Jane Doe #36 and Jane Doe #37
Counts 55 and 56: Admitted to EAR Attack #23 on Jane Doe #38 and John Doe #16
Counts 57 and 58: Admitted to EAR Attack #30 on Jane Doe #39 and John Doe #17
Counts 59 and 60: Admitted to EAR Attack #32 on Jane Doe #40 and John Doe #18
Count 61: Admitted to EAR Attack #33 on Jane Doe #41
Counts 62 and 63: Admitted to EAR Attack #34 on Jane Doe #42 and John Doe #19
Counts 64 and 65: Admitted to EAR Attack #35 on Jane Doe #43 and John Doe #20
Count 66: Admitted to EAR Attack #36 on Jane Doe #44
Count 67: Admitted to EAR Attack #40 on Jane Doe #45
Counts 68 and 69: Admitted to EAR Attack #41 on Jane Doe #46 and John Doe #21
Count 70: Admitted to the EAR Attack #42 of Jane Doe #47
Count 71: Admitted to the EAR Attack #45 of Jane Doe #48
Count 72: Admitted to the EAR Attack #47 of Jane Doe #49
Counts 73 and 74: Admitted to the EAR Attack #44 of Jane Doe #50 and John Doe #22

How to Watch the June 29th, 2020 Hearing and Press Conference

Court Hearing
  • When: 9:30 AM PST on June 29th, 2020
  • Where: Sacramento State University Union Ballroom at 600 J Street, Sacramento CA 95819
  • How to Watch: The hearing should be streamed live from the Department 24 YouTube channel accessed from the Sacramento County Superior Court’s live stream page.

Click here for the original press release. It was written before the venue was determined, but it includes a few additional details.

Under a plea bargain worked out between prosecutors and DeAngelo’s defense attorneys, Joseph James DeAngelo, Jr. is set to plea guilty in a public forum to the original 26 charges plus 62 additional crimes.

The venue information was first published in this article by the Sacramento Bee.

Post-Hearing Press Conference
  • When: Tentatively schedule for 3:00 PM PST on June 29th, 2020 (after the hearing), but timing may be adjusted based on the length of court proceedings
  • Where: Sacramento State University Union Ballroom at 6000 J Street, Sacramento CA 95819
  • How to Watch: via the Sacramento County DA’s YouTube channel or website

Click here for the original press release, which contains additional details regarding attendance.

After DeAngelo pleads, the district attorneys of the counties who prosecuted DeAngelo will answer questions from credentialed media. The panel will include:

  • Sacramento County District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert
  • Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton
  • Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer
  • Santa Barbara County District Attorney Joyce Dudley
  • Tulare County District Attorney Tim Ward
  • Ventura County District Attorney Gregory Totten

 

 

According to the Sacramento Bee, DeAngelo May Plead Guilty on June 29th, 2020

The plea deal would include DeAngelo admitting guilt to 62 other crimes that he hasn’t been charged with but have been connected to him by investigators.

Read the Sacramento Bee’s exclusive report at https://www.sacbee.com/news/local/article243547517.html