Florida Nurse Alexis Von Yates Sentenced to Two Years for Sexual Abuse of Teen Stepson
Marion County, Florida – September 2025 – On September 16, 2025, Alexis Von Yates, a 34-year-old former nurse, was sentenced to two years in prison after pleading no contest to lewd and lascivious battery for sexually abusing her 15-year-old stepson.
Incident and Arrest in July 2024
In July 2024, Von Yates’ husband walked in on her engaging in sexual activity with his teenage son during the boy’s visit to their Marion County home. Authorities later arrested her on November 6, 2024, and she was initially charged with sexual battery on a minor by someone in familial custody which is a serious felony under Florida law.
Following her arrest, the Florida Department of Health suspended her nursing license, effectively ending her medical career.
Plea Deal and Sentencing on September 16, 2025
In August 2025, Von Yates pleaded no contest to the lesser charge of lewd and lascivious battery. On September 16, 2025, Judge Timothy T. McCourt sentenced the 34-year-old former nurse to two years in prison. Her sentence also includes two years of community control, ten years of sex offender probation, 200 hours of community service, fines, and a permanent ban on contacting the victim. Von Yates was immediately taken into custody after sentencing.
Victim’s Mother’s Emotional Courtroom Statement
During the sentencing hearing, the victim’s mother delivered a searing statement, calling Von Yates an “incestuous pedophile” who groomed and manipulated her son. She said Von Yates showed no remorse and described her as a “coward.” She also revealed that the boy’s father has not spoken to his son since the incident, deepening the family’s trauma. The teenager is now receiving therapy and ongoing support to aid his recovery.
Legal and Professional Consequences
Von Yates’ conviction carries lifelong repercussions. Upon release, she must register as a sex offender, severely restricting her employment prospects, especially in healthcare. Florida’s stringent laws on sexual offenses against minors emphasize protecting vulnerable individuals, with penalties ranging from years to life imprisonment. The suspension of her nursing license underscores the state’s commitment to public safety and professional accountability.
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