Steven Dale Lawrence, 73, Pattonsburg, was granted a change of venue from Daviess County to Caldwell County on May 5. The case was heard by Judge Brent Elliott.
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Lawrence faces first-degree felony charges of sodomy or attempted sodomy, second-degree, third-degree, and two counts of fourth-degree child molestation; and sexual misconduct involving a child under 15. Misdemeanor charges include two counts of furnish pornographic material or attempt to furnish to a minor, three counts of supplying liquor to a minor or intoxicated person, and one count each of sexual abuse—second degree, possession of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid of 10 grams or less, and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia.
According to court documents, Lawrence’s victims included grandchildren and great-grandchildren, ranging in age from 4 to 17.