State v. Herzog

Dennis Herzog appeals the trial court's denial of his motion to continue his sentencing hearing, and the imposition of an exceptional sentence. He also appeals imposition of court costs and the victim penalty assessment. We affirm, holding that multiple penetrations of a rape victim can, as a matter of law, justify an exceptional sentence.

Facts

Herzog broke into the victim's apartment, forced his way into her bedroom and attacked her. Herzog held a knife to the victim's throat and ordered her to shut up. After forcing her to perform fellatio, Herzog forcibly penetrated her both anally and…