Woman sentenced to 20 years in prison for having sexual contact with 13-year-old student

11 a.m. – Zamora speaks

Zamora said she was”deeply sorry,” adding that she would like to attend counseling going forward.

“I’m a good and genuine person,” she said.

10:45 – Zamora’s lawyer asks for minimum sentence

A family member/friend spoke in support of Zamora asking the judge to make a decision that is fair and humane in the eyes of God.

Zamora’s lawyer asked for the minimum sentence of 20 years. The former teacher could be seen crying as her lawyer said she doesn’t have an ounce of malice.

He says she has become a teacher to her peers in jail.

10:40 – Zamora’s mom speaks

Zamora’s mom begged the judge for the minimum sentence saying she’s not a monster and was abandoned by her father.

“Yes, Brittany is remorseful…”

10:30 – Prosecutor wants 27 years

The prosecutor asked the judge to sentence Zamora to 27 years in prison.

Zamora shakes her head “no” when the prosecutor says she begged the victim’s family not to go to police.

10:27 – Another mom speaks

She said Zamora tried to groom her son. Zamora shakes her head “no” in response.

She finished her statement yelling at Zamora and telling her that everyone hates a child molester.

10:20 – Lawyer reads statement from victim’s father

The victim’s father was also not in the courtroom Friday morning, but his statement was read by the family’s lawyer.

“As a family, we will defeat you…my son will grow up and have a good life.”

10:15 – Victim’s lawyer asks for maximum sentence

Zamora gets tearful when lawyers says she should never have children.

“I feel [the victim] will suffer forever because of you.”

Victim’s mom: “I trusted you.”