BEAUMONT — The trial of a Jefferson County man accused of aggravated sexual assault of a child began Tuesday morning in a Jefferson County court room.
Thomas Michael Garbett is accused sexually assaulting a child known to his family.
Jury selection began Monday and prosecutors began presenting their case against Garbett on Tuesday.
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If found guilty, he faces from five to 99 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000.
The trial is being held before Judge Raquel West in the 252nd District Court.
