Brock Turner's Sexual Assault Conviction Upheld by Appeals Court Turner was seeking a new trial, arguing that the evidence presented during his initial trial didn't support his convictions. The three-judge appeals panel unanimously disagreed, ruling there was "substantial evidence" Turner received a fair trial. The former Stanford University swimmer made headlines for weeks in 2016, Turner sexually assaulted an intoxicated woman next to a dumpster outside of an on-campus fraternity party. During Turner's trial, his victim read a powerful statement that went viral. The judge in the case, Judge Aaron Persky, rejected demand for a long prison term. Turner was sentenced to six months in jail and was released after three months. Outrage over the sentence led to Judge Persky's recall. Brock Turner is required <br />to register as <br />a sex offender for life.
