For Immediate Release - Oct 31, 2007
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Pam Russell
DA Public Information
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Re: Vincent Margera Found Guilty of Sexual Assault on a Child
A Jefferson County jury today found Vincent Roy Margera, 51, guilty of two counts of Sexual Assault of a Child, each a class four felony. For each count, Margera, known as Don Vito on MTV?s ?Viva la Bam?, could potentially face from two to six years up to life in prison when he is sentenced in December. Margera could also receive a probation sentence for a minimum of ten years, up to life.
 In August 2006 Margera was at a skate park at the Colorado Mills Mall in Lakewood as part of a promotional event where he was accused of touching or grabbing the buttocks of one 12-year-old girl and touching the breasts of two other girls, ages 12 and 14. The three girls had waited in line at the skate park to get Margera?s autograph and to have their photo taken with him.
The jury found Margera guilty of sexual assault of one 12-year-old and one 14-year-old. According to District Attorney Scott Storey, ?These young victims did a great job in court. This is always difficult for children victims. I really admire their courage. As for the one not guilty verdict, the jury apparently didn?t believe we?d met our burden in proving the count beyond a reasonable doubt.?
Margera was remanded to the custody of the Jefferson County Sheriff. He will be held without bond until sentencing on December 20, at 9:30. |
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