03/16/2026
Amazing job by Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney Stacey Stickney, the Bedford Victim/Witness Program, and the Bedford County Sheriff's Office VA. The 12 month active jail sentence was twice what was recommended by Virginia's sentencing guidelines. Ms. Stickney's aggressive prosecution revealed to the Court the aggravated nature of the crimes, which led to the upward deviation by Judge Updike. Great example of teamwork here in Bedford County!
A Bedford County woman convicted of child abuse will spend 12 months behind bars.