The Białystok appellate court upheld a 12‑year prison term for Sebastian O., a recidivist rapist of a minor, making the December 5 2024 verdict final and enforceable.
Appellate Court Decision
On Dec. 5, 2024, the Białystok appellate court rejected Sebastian O.’s appeal against the Ostrołęka district court judgment, rendering the verdict final and enforceable.
12‑Year Sentence and Protective Measures
The Ostrołęka district court sentenced him to a total of 12 years’ imprisonment and imposed both preventive and punitive measures, including compulsory sex‑therapy and alcohol‑addiction treatment, and psychiatric placement after serving the term.
Additional Restrictions and Warranty
An lifetime ban was imposed on holding any positions, carrying out professions, or engaging in activities related to children’s upbringing, education, treatment or care, as well as a lifetime ban on contact with the victim.
Victim Compensation and Register Entry
He was also awarded a victim’s compensation and was entered into the Sexual‑Crime Offender Register.
Timeline of Offences
The offences took place between July 2019 and June 2022, involving physical violence against a child and forced submission of pornographic photos, with additional child‑pornographic material found on his phone.
Recidivism Context
He committed these acts as a recidivist, having previously been convicted for rape of a minor and other offences.