She started sexually abusing him while a pornographic video was playing on the TV, which was the beginning of a cycle of recurrent attacks.
In late 2008, there was another extremely upsetting episode, according to testimony given in court. That, however, was not the end. The abuse persisted, and other episodes occurred until about 2014.
Doreene Gifford has maintained her innocence throughout her life. But after Logan spoke in a therapist about his ordeal, she made what is called a “Alford” plea.
In an Alford plea, the accused affirms their innocence but acknowledges that, should the matter go to trial, the evidence gathered by the prosecution will probably result in a conviction.
A judge ordered Doreene to register as a sex offender and sentenced her to eight to ten years in prison.
