United States v. Stidman

DECISION

KASTL, Senior Judge:

In this child abuse case, the testimony of the prosecutrix directly contradicts that of the appellant and his witnesses. After meticulous analysis, we are not persuaded that the evidence is sufficient to prove the appellant’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Accordingly, we reverse his conviction for sodomy and indecent acts upon a child, violations of Articles 125 and 134, UCMJ, 10 U.S.C. §§ 925, 934.

The appellant, a career noncommissioned officer, was found guilty by members despite his pleas. His sentence is a bad conduct discharge, confinement for five years,…