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Man Sentenced for Inappropriately Touching Girls, Taking Explicit Photos
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A Douglas County District Court judge sentenced a 37-year-old Omaha man, James Furniss, to 19-27 years in prison for inappropriately touching three young girls and taking explicit photos of one. Furniss, a registered sex offender, targeted the girls during visits to a home. Prosecutors sought a long sentence to protect children, and the judge agreed it was a deliberate repeat offense. Furniss will register as a sex offender for life upon release. The case highlights the importance of vigilance for childrens safety. Checkout Solipillow.com
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