Billera to court on Jan.19
January 2, 2005. Statesman Journal Newspaper, Salem, Oregon reports that Joseph Billera is scheduled for sentencing on January 19th.
The newspaper is sure to point out that Mr. Billera is well liked and the newspaper, in it's archive, prints the allegation of only former student, though there were four involved in the charges.
"Salem parents and music students were stunned in the fall when police arrested a band teacher on allegations that he sexually abused a former student. Joseph Billera, 30, pleaded guilty Dec. 27 to 10 sex-related charges involving former students. Sentencing is set for Jan. 19 in Marion County Circuit Court. Billera was arrested Oct. 27 at Houck Middle School, where he had taught for eight years. An investigation launched after a former student filed a complaint with police revealed four..."
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Your site is a good reminder that school officials should be more inclined to listen to parents and students. George Deines is the JROTC instructor who sexually assaulted more then 1 student. He pled no contest to a charge of physical harrassment because the girls had been threatened and were afraid to testify. The victim of the charge has filed a multi million dollar lawsuit against him, the school district in salem and the national guard. As of now that lawsuit is still going on and my for years. George Deines basically got off free and clear. He has a pattern of inappropriate behavior and seeks out young teenage girls who are vulnerable. Because he got a slap on the wrist he is basically a threat to the community. He will do this again is my opinion. His picture and name should not be forgotten by the press. His victim will not let this crime go unacknowlged. More power to her for making sure he pays financially for his crime. Because of your site the public can be aware of these sort of pedophiles. I did not see George Deines mentioned in your articles. I think you should add him to your list.
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