Pedro Y. Campos, 51, has been sentenced to eight years in state prison after a Napa County jury found him guilty of three felony counts of committing lewd acts on a child. The verdict followed a weeklong trial in Napa County Superior Court that centered on the victim’s testimony, backed by multiple witnesses.
Judge Imposes Upper Term
Judge Raymond Guadagni opted for the maximum available prison term on the primary count, giving Campos an eight-year sentence. The two remaining counts, which each carry a maximum three-year term, were ordered to run at the same time, according to The Press Democrat. Jurors also found true special allegations that the child victim was particularly vulnerable and that Campos held a position of trust.
Trial Testimony and Investigation
According to the Napa County District Attorney’s Office, the victim testified that Campos inappropriately touched her on three separate occasions, beginning in October 2022 and continuing into early 2023. The trial included testimony from a school counselor, a juvenile friend of the victim, relatives from both sides of the family, and investigators with the Napa Police Department, whose work led to Campos’s arrest and prosecution.
Prosecutor and Family at Sentencing
At last Friday's sentencing hearing, both the victim and her mother spoke directly to the court. Deputy District Attorney Shashawnya Worley said the victim showed “resolve” by testifying at trial and by delivering an impact statement at sentencing, Patch reported.
What the Law Says
Lewd acts on a child are prosecuted under Penal Code §288. For the subdivision most commonly used in these cases, the statute allows prison terms of three, six, or eight years, with higher sentencing ranges available when force or other aggravating factors are proven. Convictions under this law commonly lead to sex-offender registration and tiering under state rules, according to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.
Local Context
The district attorney’s office newsletter places the Campos case alongside other recent child-abuse prosecutions in Napa County, highlighting ongoing coordination between prosecutors, the Napa Police Department, and other agencies on cases involving minors. The office reports that these collaborations have resulted in a number of recent filings and court actions in the county.
