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Jerry Sandusky gets at least 30 years in prison, but case isn't closed yet (+video)
The former Penn State coach was sentenced Tuesday for child sexual abuse, but his lawyer says the conviction will be appealed. There is also the unresolved matter of civil lawsuits filed against Jerry Sandusky, his charitable foundation, and Penn State.
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Jerry Sandusky sentenced to 30-60 years in jail on child sex abuse charges (+video)
The former Penn State assistant football coach was sentenced Tuesday after maintaining his innocence and the court hearing from some of his victims.
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Chapter & Verse
New biography offers an inside look at Joe Paterno and family after his firingExcerpts from 'Paterno,' by Joe Posnanski, show Paterno and his family reacting to the scandal after former assistant coach Jerry Sandusky was accused of sexually abusing young boys.
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Why Sandusky investigation lasted two years before charges brought
Gov. Tom Corbett, then the state attorney general, oversaw the start of the Sandusky investigation after the former Penn State assistant coach was barred from a high school in 2009 when a mother complained about Sandusky. Charges were filed last November.
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What's next in the Jerry Sandusky Penn State sex abuse case?
Jerry Sandusky has been convicted of sex abuse involving 10 boys over 15 years, but the story is not over. There will be further investigations, the trial of two former Penn State officials, civil lawsuits against the university by Sandusky's victims, and a likely appeal of the conviction.
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Sandusky case in jury's hands
The former Penn State assistant coach's child molestation trial has taken nine days; now, the jury will decide if he is guilty of abusing young boys.
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As Sandusky case goes to jury, adopted son makes allegations (+video)
Matt Sandusky, one of six adopted children of Jerry Sandusky and his wife, Dottie, released a statement Thursday saying his father molested him. Also Thursday, lawyers delivered closing arguments in the case.
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Jerry Sandusky trial to head to jury without testimony from the accused
With former Penn State assistant coach Jerry Sandusky not testifying in his own defense at his trial for child sex abuse, the jury faces with two alternatives: Believe the accusers – or not. Closing arguments are Thursday.
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Sandusky defense claims police gave details to accusers (+video)
The trial of the former Penn State assistant football coach could be in jurors' hands by the end of the week. There was no indication whether the 68-year-old Sandusky might testify.
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Jerry Sandusky trial: To boost 'alternative story,' should he take the stand?
A defense attorney for Jerry Sandusky said his client may testify. In legal circles the move is seen as a risky one, but perhaps necessary, to counter the compelling evidence against him.
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Jerry Sandusky trial: First accuser describes claims against former coach (+video)
Sandusky faces 52 counts that he sexually abused 10 boys over 15 years, allegations he denies. He could spend the rest of his life in state prison if convicted.
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Sandusky case: Can prosecutors explain long gap between abuse and charges? (+video)
It is not uncommon for sexual-abuse victims to wait years before bringing claims, experts say. But explaining that to a jury could be a challenge for prosecutors in the Sandusky case.
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Jerry Sandusky trial could hinge on testimony of alleged victims
Jerry Sandusky, a former Penn State University coach, faces 52 criminal counts that he sexually abused 10 boys. Many of Sandusky's alleged victims are expected to testify for the prosecution.
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