Counting On star Josh Duggar is arrested on the charges of child pornography. Yes, history is repeating itself. Well, it seems to have never taken its claws off the Duggar family. Josh Duggar was arrested in Arkansas. And fans didn’t know on what charges were he arrested. However, the family knew it for too long. Therefore, it didn’t come as a surprise to them. Let us take a close look at what actually happened and what will it cost Josh to get away from it.
Counting On: Josh Duggar Arrested For Receipt And Possession Of Child Pornography
The 33-year-old was arrested in Arkansas on Thursday. Back then, it was not known to the fans the details of the arrest. However, now comes the official revelation of what all happened to him. A Counting On fan reveals the original copy of the accusation. It says that the Springdale man (Josh Duggar) is arrested for receiving and possessing material depicting the sexual abuse of children.
As per the documents, the star used the Internet to download child sexual abuse materials. Some of the materials confirm the sexual abuse of children in May 2019. Moreover, these children are below the age of 12. Well, these are some serious charges. Josh has definitely led the family’s head go down.
Counting On: Josh Duggar Will Face 20 Years In Jail If Found Guilty
Josh Duggar has got himself in some serious trouble. The star faces the charge by indictment with receiving and possessing child pornography. If found guilty, he will have to face up to 20 years of jail and a fine of up to $250,000 on each count. Child pornography is some serious allegation. The case comes under Project Safe Childhood, started in May 2006. The court will undoubtedly take some strict action. Josh Duggar has definitely lost all the respect from fans’ eyes. Some even claim 20 years of jail to be less for him; instead, his whole family should be behind the bar.
Counting On: Here Come Official Statements!
Josh Duggar is represented by attorney Travis Story and Justin K. Gelfand. As per Starcasm, the attorneys issued their statement. They start by explaining the charges. The attorney further says, “He has pled not guilty to both charges, and we intend to defend this case aggressively and thoroughly.” The attorneys further claim that no one can stop the prosecutors from charging a crime, but when not guilty, you must fight back. Is Josh really not guilty?
On the other hand, Duggars instantly issued their statement. It says, “We appreciate your continued prayers for our family at this time. The accusations brought against Joshua today are very serious. It is our prayer that the truth, no matter what it is, will come to light and that this will be resolved in a timely manner.” The Duggars further continued to pray for Josh and Anna.
This must have been the first time that the Duggars released the statement so fast. Jinger also opened up about the allegation on Josh. She says to have been disturbed after hearing the charges against Josh. Jinger wants the investigation to go on and the truth to reveals soon. She cleared that she does not support child abuse. Let us further wait for the judgment day. Do you think Josh is guilty? Let us know your answer in the comment section.