New sentence cuts six months for Gary man in death of stepfather

Source Chicago Tribune
Original Load Date Jan. 6, 2026, 6:01 p.m.
Last Updated Jan. 6, 2026, 6:01 p.m.
Original URL https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/01/06/new-sentence-cuts-six-months-for-gary-man-in-death-of-stepfather/

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A motion to correct the sentencing of a Gary man, 31, convicted in October of killing his stepfather netted him only six months less on his sentence. Lake Superior Court Judge Gina Jones and Lake County Deputy Prosecutor Judith Massa conceded at a Tuesday hearing that the portion of James G. Adams ...