Houston Judge Sentences Man to 40 Years in Prison for Sexually Abusing Adopted Sons

Guilty Plea and Sentencing

• 👨‍⚖️ Hayim Cohen, 38, pleaded guilty to four counts of continuous sexual assault of a child and one count of indecency with a child.
• ⚖️ He was originally accused of sexually assaulting six of his nine sons.
• 👨‍⚖️ Judge Lanilo Lacayo sentenced Cohen to 40 years in the Texas Department of Corrections for four of the charges, and 15 years for the fifth charge.
• 🤝 The sentences are to run concurrently, meaning he will serve a total of 40 years.

Judge's Remarks and Defendant's Understanding

• 🗣️ The judge stated that Cohen would likely die in prison, emphasizing the severity of the crimes.
• 📝 Cohen confirmed he understood the charges, the plea agreement, and the consequences, including potential deportation.
• 👨‍⚖️ The judge acknowledged that Cohen ran an