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Former Idaho Rep. Sentenced to 20 Years for Rape

10/19/2025

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Former Idaho state Rep. Aaron von Ehlinger received a 20-year prison sentence for raping a 19-year-old legislative intern, with parole eligibility after eight years.
The judge criticized von Ehlinger for his lack of empathy and a pattern of deflecting blame.
The victim, referred to as "Jane Doe," shared her trauma during sentencing and asserted her determination to be heard.
Von Ehlinger maintained his innocence, claiming the encounter was consensual and citing his military service.
The judge mandated von Ehlinger to register as a sex offender and imposed a no-contact order until 2055.

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Former Idaho state Rep. Aaron von Ehlinger received a 20-year prison sentence for raping a 19-year-old legislative intern, with parole eligibility after eight years.
The judge criticized von Ehlinger for his lack of empathy and a pattern of deflecting blame.
The victim, referred to as "Jane Doe," shared her trauma during sentencing and asserted her determination to be heard.
Von Ehlinger maintained his innocence, claiming the encounter was consensual and citing his military service.
The judge mandated von Ehlinger to register as a sex offender and imposed a no-contact order until 2055.