Judge Sentences Damian Gutierrez to 4–6 Years for Kidnapping & Brutal Face-Biting Assault

A jury found Damian Gutierrez guilty of kidnapping and felonious assault following a violent domestic incident that left his former girlfriend with a permanent facial scar. During sentencing, the defense asked the judge to consider treatment and a shorter sentence, while prosecutors argued that the seriousness of the injuries demanded prison time. The judge ultimately rejected the request for community control and sentenced Gutierrez to an indefinite prison term of 4 to 6 years for kidnapping and another 4 to 6 years for felonious assault, with both prison terms running concurrently. He also received 180 days in jail on each of two misdemeanor counts, with the sentences running concurrently, credit for 45 days served, five years of post-release control, and an order to pay $985 in restitution. Watch the full sentencing hearing to hear the arguments from both sides and the judge's explanation for the decision. ⚖️ CASE HIGHLIGHTS: • Jury verdict on kidnapping and felonious assault • Defense argues for treatment instead of prison • Prosecutors highlight the permanent facial scar • Judge rejects the presumption against prison • Final sentence: 4–6 years, with concurrent prison terms • Five years of post-release control What do you think about the judge's decision? Was prison the appropriate outcome in this case? Share your thoughts respectfully in the comments. Subscribe for more real courtroom proceedings, criminal sentencing hearings, and legal case coverage. #Courtroom #Sentencing #TrueCrime