When Josh Duggar and his heinous crimes came to light, everyone was left utterly shocked and disgusted. It all began when the former reality star was found guilty of possessing and receiving child porn on his devices. After two months of trial, the court found him guilty. Hence, he had a prison sentence of 20 years. Later on, new developments suggested that he would merely be doing time for 12.5 years. But now, new updates suggest that he will only be in prison for a decade. Why so? Keep reading to know more details about this Duggar News.
Duggar News: Josh Duggar Getting An Early Release In 2023? Will Do Time For 10 Years And Not 12.5?
Josh Duggar’s crime relating to child pornography had everyone in shock. Although he is currently in jail and doing time, the star is still making headlines. Back in November 2021, the court found Josh guilty, and the judge at the time, i.e., Timothy Brooks, passed the verdict. As per him, Josh was to serve time in Jail for 20 years. However, the reality stars’ lawyers requested a lenient punishment as he had never had criminal records under his name. Therefore, his new sentencing was of 12.5 years. Furthermore, the conviction happened back in December 2021.
However, information from the Bureau of Prison reveals that Josh Duggar will only be serving ten years in prison. However, there is no official explanation for this. In fact, more Duggar News disclosed that he has now been transferred to Seagoville FCI, Texas. Well, earlier, he was in Arkansas Detention Center. Apparently, the law states that the confederate criminals are only meant to serve 85% of their prison sentence at a minimum. So, this could possibly be the reason behind his early release. However, there is no confirmation about this either.
Duggar News: Josh Duggar Enjoying Celebrity Status In Jail? Has Privileges?
You would think doing time in prison for ten years is no easy task. However, some rumors suggest that Josh Duggar is living a privileged life even in prison. Apparently, some audio leaks have come into the limelight. It turns out that two inmates were having a conversation about how Josh Duggar is living a life full of privilege in FCI Seagoville, Texas. Moreover, the prisoners were from the same federal correctional institution as the ex-TLC star. As per the audio, some inmates had to “clean up” the place for the celebrity.
That’s not all! The eldest Dugger child is rumored to be enjoying other aspects like sanitary bathrooms, good food, and others. Well, theories on the internet suggest that it has something to do with his father, Jim Bob Duggar, who has connections. However, another speculation hint that Josh Duggar is afraid of prisons. Hence, the officials are making sure his stay in the facility is smooth. Hence, he has “special protection”. Yet, there is no official confirmation about any of the details. Keep checking TV Season & Spoilers for more such Duggar News.