Personal Information
Obed Garcia was booked in Fayette County on Dec 11, 2025 on 1 felony, including Mitigated Statutory Rape and 1 other charge.
Charges (2)
Mitigated Statutory Rape
Original: Statutory Rape (16-6-3)
This statute creates three age-based sexual offenses: mitigated statutory rape (victim 15-17, defendant 4-5 years older), statutory rape (victim 13-17, defendant 4-9 years older depending on victim's age), and aggravated statutory rape (victim 13-17, defendant 10+ years older). These crimes are charged based on the age difference between the defendant and minor victim rather than force or lack of consent, since minors cannot legally consent. All carry 1 to 6 years in prison and fines up to $3,000 for first-time offenses, with possible enhancement to Class D felony for repeat offenses.
Penalty: Class E felony; 1-6 years; fine up to $3,000
Sexual Contact With a Minor
Original: Aggravated Child Molestation (16-6-4(c))
It is illegal for an adult in a position of power over a minor (such as a teacher, coach, or parent) to intentionally touch or kiss the minor's lips in a sexual way. The adult must be at least 4 years older, and must use their position of authority to accomplish the sexual contact. This is a Class A misdemeanor with a mandatory minimum fine of $1,000 and up to 11 months and 29 days in jail, with each instance treated as a separate offense.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500