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Former Stanislaus County Deputy Sentenced to Nine Years for Sexual Abuse of Daughter

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Published on August 25, 2025
Former Stanislaus County Deputy Sentenced to Nine Years for Sexual Abuse of DaughterSource: Facebook/Stanislaus County District Attorney

In a recent turn of events, former Stanislaus County Sheriff's deputy Matthew Dessert has been sentenced to a nine-year prison term after being convicted of the prolonged sexual abuse of his own daughter. The case, which unfolded over eight harrowing years, concluded with Judge Mangar's decision, as announced by Stanislaus County District Attorney Jeff Laugero.

Details about the case were shared on the official Stanislaus County District Attorney Facebook page, where it was stated that Dessert not only faces incarceration but is also mandated to adhere to a 10-year parole term following his prison sentence.

The District Attorney's office reaffirmed its commitment to victims of sexual crimes and highlighted available support resources, including the National Sexual Abuse Hotline, accessible 24/7 at (800) 656-HOPE (4673).