A former Illinois state representative has changed his plea to guilty in a child pornography case.
The Chicago Sun-Times reports (http://bit.ly/12HVLiu ) that Elgin Democrat
Keith Farnham pleaded guilty Friday in federal court in Chicago as part of a plea deal. He faces five to 20 years in prison.
Earlier this year, the 66-year-old had pleaded not guilty to possessing, receiving and transporting child pornography.
Prosecutors say Farnham possessed videos depicting child pornography on a computer. A complaint provided graphic details about images allegedly sought and traded by Farnham online.
The defense has asked the court to allow Farnham to remain free on electronic monitoring pending sentencing in March.
They say Farnham requires treatment for bladder cancer, hepatitis and pulmonary
fibrosis. Farnham has been appearing at hearings clutching an oxygen tank.
Former Lawmaker Pleads Guilty In Child Porn Case
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