A Moorpark father who admitted to having an incestuous relationship with his 18-year-old biological dodged state prison this week, sparking outrage after prosecutors pushed for the maximum punishment, describing a clear abuse of trust and authority.
Stephen Vincent Chavez, 41, was sentenced to one year in jail and three years of felony probation after pleading guilty in May to one felony count of incest and one misdemeanor count of providing alcohol to a minor, according to the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office.
Stephen Chavez, 41, of Moorpark, behind bars during his sentencing.Ventura County District Attorney’s Office