Former Monroe County sheriff's department lt. charged with abuse
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - A former Monroe County sheriff's lieutenant who admitted to having sexual contact with a mentally ill female inmate has been charged with abuse.
The felony charge against 60-year-old David Schaldach was announced today by Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen.
According to the complaint, Schaldach was a supervisor at the Monroe County Jail when he had sexual conduct with the female prisoner at least twice in 2002. The complaint says the inmate suffered from a variety of mental health conditions.
The complaint says Schaldach admits to having sexual contact with the woman.
Schaldach faces up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine if convicted.
He's scheduled for an initial appearance on Monday.
Schaldach did not immediately return a message seeking comment.
Copyright 2008 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.

Jan 12, 2008 at 4:07 p.m.
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Jan 12, 2008 at 7:44 a.m.
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