Greenfield Man Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison for Child Molestation

SALINAS, California- Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni announced on January 9 that Judge Mark. E Hood sentenced 42-year-old Miguel Rubio of Greenfield, to 25 years

in prison for committing 3 counts of forcible lewd acts upon a child under 14. These offenses

are serious and violent felonies and considered strikes under California’s Three Strikes law. Rubio

will also be required to register as a sex offender for the rest of his life.

Jane Doe 2 reported that Rubio, a family member, had been sexually assaulting her for many years.

Jane Doe 2 reported that Rubio touched her intimate areas over her clothing starting when she was

in 7th grade. Jane Doe 2 disclosed that the sexual assaults continued until she left for college. Jane

Doe 2’s brave disclosure to law enforcement resulted in Jane Doe 1 and Jane Doe 3 also reporting

that Rubio had sexually assaulted them. Jane Doe 1 reported that Rubio touched her intimate areas

numerous times over the clothing while she was sleeping beginning when she was 12 years old.

Jane Doe 3 reported that Rubio touched her breasts over the clothing one time when she was a

freshman or sophomore in high school. All of the victims reported being afraid of Rubio because he

was physically and verbally abusive towards them and other family members. The victims stated

that they delayed reporting because they were afraid of Rubio and were worried about breaking up their

family. According to research into sexual assault victim behavior, it is very common for victims to

delay reporting the sexual abuse, especially when the victim is a minor and has a close relationship

with the perpetrator.

This case was investigated by Greenfield Police Detective Maria Martinez and as well as other

Greenfield Police Officers. The victims in this case were assisted by District Attorney Victim

Witness Advocate Mayra Sandoval.

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