Chattanooga attorney reaches deal in child sex crime case, faces 15 to 30 years in prison | Chattanooga Times Free Press

Chattanooga attorney Patrick Bryant Hawley reached a plea deal for sexual exploitation of a 14-year-old girl, facing a minimum of 15 years in prison. Prosecutors will dismiss six additional charges against him, including those related to child pornography. Hawley coerced the victim into explicit conduct and sent her inappropriate images, indicating no age was too young for his desires. He is expected to register as a sex offender and pay restitution for the victim's counseling and other expenses. His attorney mentioned that a change of plea hearing is pending.

Hawley remains in U. S. Marshals custody, and his legal career faces uncertainty due to the conviction of a serious crime. He had no prior criminal history as a Tennessee attorney.