Virginia Lawmaker Previously Jailed For Sex Scandal Involving Minor Wins Election

Virginia Lawmaker Previously Jailed For Sex Scandal Involving Minor Wins Election
Newly elected Del. Joe Morrissey, (D-Charles City), answers reporters questions during a recess of the House session at the Capitol in Richmond, Va., on Jan. 14, 2015. Steve Helber/AP Photo
Zachary Stieber
Zachary Stieber
Senior Reporter
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A Virginia lawmaker jailed after being accused of having sex with a minor won his election this week for a state Senate seat.

Joseph Morrissey resigned as a delegate in December after pleading guilty to a misdemeanor of contributing to the delinquency of a minor, avoiding felony charges including possession of child pornography, indecent liberties with a minor, and electronic solicitation of a minor.

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