Yuma man accused of sexually abusing a child accepts plea deal

Skylar Heisey

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The man accused of sexually abusing a child under the age of five for more than ten years has accepted a plea deal.

46-year-old James David Schultz pleaded guilty to sexual conduct with a minor, molestation of a child and attempted sexual exploitation of a minor.

Under the agreement, there is no probation available and Schultz will be required to register as a sex offender for life.

Schultz faces a presumptive sentence of 20 years in prison, with a minimum of 13 years and a maximum of 27 years.

His sentencing is scheduled for March 9.

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