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Woman Sentenced to State Hospital for Assault on Infant Daughter

by Tonya McPhearson
December 2, 2024
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Woman Sentenced to State Hospital for Assault on Infant Daughter
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Astoria, OR — A 22-year-old woman was sentenced Wednesday after pleading guilty except for insanity to first-degree assault for an attack on her 18-month-old daughter at a family gathering in Warrenton last year.

Kayla M. Marlow was placed in the custody of the Oregon State Hospital, where she will remain for up to 20 years. The sentence includes credit for 633 days already served while awaiting trial. Marlow’s conviction stems from an assault on her infant daughter, which occurred during a family event.

Marlow’s defense presented a plea of guilty except for insanity, acknowledging the severity of the crime while also noting her mental health struggles at the time of the incident. The plea led to her placement in the state hospital rather than a prison sentence, reflecting the court’s determination that Marlow was not fully aware of her actions due to her mental condition.

The case has drawn significant attention in the community, raising concerns about mental health and the safety of vulnerable children. Marlow’s sentencing aims to address the need for psychiatric care while ensuring the protection of society.

Details of the assault itself were not disclosed in court, but the sentence marks a conclusion to a difficult case in Clatsop County. Authorities have expressed relief that Marlow will receive the treatment she needs at the state hospital.

This incident serves as a reminder of the complex intersection between mental illness and criminal behavior, and the legal system’s role in providing care and accountability for individuals facing similar challenges.

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