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Parenting YouTuber Ruby Franke Sentenced to Prison on Child Abuse Charges

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Vlogger Ruby Franke and her business partner sentenced to up to 30 years in prison for child abuse. Shocking details revealed in court.

Parenting YouTuber Ruby Franke, known for her vlogs on strict parenting, and her business partner Jodi Hildebrandt, faced sentencing on aggravated child abuse charges that shook the online community. The duo, once popular for their parenting content, pleaded guilty to multiple counts of felony abuse of Franke's children. The court handed down a shocking sentence of up to 30 years in prison, highlighting the severity of their actions.

The sentencing took place in Washington County 5th District Court in Utah, where Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt were each given four terms of one to 15 years in prison. This marked a turning point in the case that exposed the dark reality behind the facade of their parenting videos. Franke, whose documented parenting strategies sparked controversy, expressed remorse during the sentencing.

Ruby Franke's prior business partner, Jodi Hildebrandt, also received the same sentence, further solidifying the severity of their crimes. The case serves as a poignant reminder of the dangers of social media influencers promoting harmful parenting techniques. The sentencing has sparked discussions about the responsibility of online personalities to maintain ethical standards and protect the well-being of their children.

In a surprising twist, the court revealed that Franke and Hildebrandt will serve their sentences consecutively, adding to the gravity of their actions. This decision reflects the court's determination to ensure justice for the victims and send a strong message against child abuse. The case of Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt stands as a cautionary tale for influencers who exploit their platform for unethical practices, emphasizing the importance of transparency and genuine care for children's welfare.

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Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt sentenced to up to 30 years in ... (CBS News)

Parenting YouTuber Ruby Franke and her business partner Jodi Hildebrandt have been sentenced on child abuse charges.

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YouTube vlogger Ruby Franke, business partner Jodi Hildebrandt ... (ABC News)

YouTube vlogger Ruby Franke was sentenced to four terms of one to 15 years in prison. She pleaded guilty to four counts of felony abuse of her children.

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Ruby Franke, Jodi Hildebrandt sentenced to prison in Utah child ... (Salt Lake Tribune)

Utah parenting influencer Ruby Franke and her business partner, Jodi Hildebrandt, were both sentenced to prison on aggravated child abuse charges Tuesday, ...

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Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt Sentenced in Child Abuse Case (NextAdvisor)

Franke's prior business partner, Jodi Hildebrandt, received the same sentence on Tuesday at Washington County 5th District Court in Utah. Franke and Hildebrandt ...

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Popular parent blogger Ruby Franke sentenced to consecutive ... (CNN)

Ruby Franke, a mother and popular web personality who pleaded guilty last year to four counts of aggravated child abuse, was sentenced to four consecutive ...

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Ruby Franke, a Former YouTube Host, Sentenced for Child Abuse (The New York Times)

Ruby Franke documented her strict parenting strategies, which included punishing her children by refusing to feed them, on social media.

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Franke, Hildebrandt receive same sentence for child abuse charges (fox13now.com)

Former internet sensations Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt were sentenced Tuesday in Washington County after both pleading guilty to several counts of ...

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Ruby Franke, YouTube mom, apologizes at sentencing in child ... (The Associated Press)

A judge set a prison sentence of up to 60 years for blogger Ruby Franke after she admitted to physically and emotionally abusing her children.

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Ruby Franke, Jodi Hildebrandt receive consecutive prison terms for ... (KUTV 2News)

SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt have been sentenced, each one facing between one - 15 years behind bars for each count of ...

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Ruby Franke, Jodi Hildebrandt receive consecutive prison terms for ... (KTVL)

Both women gave statements ahead of their sentencing. Prior to Franke's statement, the court received impact statements from her parents and brother, none ...

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Ruby Franke: Parenting advice YouTuber given maximum sentence ... (BBC News)

The former influencer is sentenced to between four and 60 years in prison for abusing her children.

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YouTube mom Ruby Franke apologizes at sentencing in child abuse ... (KPCC)

Franke told the judge that she would not argue for a shorter sentence before she stood to thank local police officers, doctors and social workers for being ...

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Ruby Franke sentenced in child abuse case (NBC News)

Former family vlogger Ruby Franke was sentenced to four one-to-15 year terms in prison by a Utah district court on Tuesday, ending a monthslong child abuse ...

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YouTube mom Ruby Franke apologizes at sentencing in child abuse ... (WLBT)

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — ...

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YouTuber Ruby Franke Sentenced To Prison For Child Abuse: Details (BuzzFeed News)

It comes two months after Ruby admitted to punishing her youngest son for drinking water, “cutting off” his oxygen, kicking him while wearing boots, ...

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Ruby Franke Apologized to Her 'Little Chicks' for Abusing Them ... (PEOPLE.com)

Ruby Franke, a mother of six, was arrested on Aug. 30 along with her ex-business partner Jodi Hildebrandt after Franke's "emaciated" 12-year-old son escaped ...

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Ruby Franke Sentencing: 4-30 Years For Child Abuse (Today.com)

Ruby Franke, Utah mom who created the YouTube channel “8 Passengers,” pled guilty to child abuse. She and counselor Jodi Hildebrandt were sentenced to ...

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Parenting advice YouTuber Ruby Franke and 'mentor' sentenced for ... (The Hill)

The Utah mother and her business partner — who she called a "mentor" — have been sentenced to up to 60 years in state prison for aggravated child abuse.

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