Collison accepts plea deal in domestic violence case
Sacramento Kings point guard Darren Collison has accepted a plea deal in his domestic violence case that stemmed from an incident this May, CSN Bay Area's James Ham reports.
As part of the agreement, Collison will receive a 20-day jail sentence in an alternative sentencing program, but will not serve any actual time in prison. Collison will also be required to attend a mandatory 52-week "batterer treatment" class, and will spend the next three years on probation.
"Words cannot describe the feelings and regret that I have been experiencing the last few months," Collison said in a statement. "My family and I found ourselves in such an unfamiliar situation and it has been a difficult few months. This is far from who I am as a person and not something I am proud of. I take full responsibility for my actions."
The Kings released their own statement on Friday:
"Domestic violence is a serious issue across our nation and one that runs contrary to our organization’s values. We’re disappointed by Darren’s behavior and today he accepted full responsibility for his actions. He is committed to using this incident to help raise awareness through education of this critical issue in the community. We’re working with Darren and the NBA on the appropriate next steps."
The NBA has yet to impose any punishment on Collison, but could still suspend him before the season tips off.