"A Napa County sheriff's deputy wants mental health treatment for conditions that, according to his defense attorney, factored into allegations he surreptitiously took explicit photos of his wife and shared them online. James Fotherby is expected to return to Napa County Superior Court on March 17, when parties in the case will discuss whether he's suitable for such diversion, which sidesteps jailtime."
"In the motion, Chikhani said a therapist thinks Fotherby suffers from obsessive compulsive disorder, post traumatic stress disorder and sex addiction. Furthermore, according to the motion, Fotherby maintained an amicable relationship with his family for months after the photos were discovered, hasn't captured any unlawful images since September 2024 and is not a threat to the public. Mr. Fotherby has been in therapy for the past 13 months, Chikhani wrote in the motion."
James Fotherby, a Napa County sheriff's deputy, faces misdemeanor charges for allegedly secretly photographing his wife and sharing explicit images online. He has pleaded not guilty and is seeking diversion that would provide up to two years of court-ordered mental health treatment and avoid jail if program requirements are completed. Defense counsel cited a therapist's findings of obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and sex addiction and reported 13 months of therapy with demonstrated progress. Fotherby's peace officer status has been suspended. A July domestic violence restraining order suggests additional violations. Conviction carries up to six months in jail per count.
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