# Baltimore judge calls ex-teacher predator after 4 students abused

> Baltimore County judge sentences ex-Perry Hall High teacher to 15 years for sexual exploitation of 4 students, calling him a predator.
- Title: Baltimore judge calls ex-teacher predator after 4 students…
- Summary: Baltimore County judge sentences ex-Perry Hall High teacher to 15 years for sexual exploitation of 4 students, calling him a predator. Baltimore County judge…
- Keywords: baltimore county, perry hall high school, sean brooks, sexual exploitation, circuit judge dennis robinson jr, baltimore banner, baltimore county circuit court, student trauma, plea agreement, supervised probation, news, local
- Source: The Banner — https://thebanner.com/community/criminal-justice/sean-brooks-sexual-exploitation-sentencing-P3STWVCQ7VGEPFZYI7FMJCD7LA
- Author: Dylan Segelbaum
- Published: 2026-09-21T20:28:34.941+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: baltimore county, perry hall high school, sean brooks, sexual exploitation, circuit judge dennis robinson jr, baltimore banner, baltimore county circuit court, student trauma, plea agreement, supervised probation, news, local
## Judge's harsh words
Baltimore County Circuit Judge Dennis Robinson Jr. called Sean Brooks a 'predator' and 'manipulator' during sentencing.

> You’re a creep, you’re a manipulator, you’re an abuser, you’re a groomer, you’re a predator.
## Brooks' admitted misconduct
Brooks groped one girl’s breasts and made comments about intimate body parts in a basement classroom.
## Student trauma revealed
Two students described losing trust, safety, and the ability to feel comfortable in their own bodies.

> I feel like I lost parts of my life that I can never get back.
## Brooks' apology
Brooks apologized to students, saying he failed them and went beyond professional responsibility.

> I was the teacher, and you were my students. I failed you.
## Legal outcomes
Brooks received 15 years in prison, five years of supervised probation, and lifelong sex offender registration.
## Prosecutor's stance
Assistant State’s Attorney Michael DeStefano called Brooks a 'wolf in sheep’s clothing' who targeted students.

> This man is a wolf in sheep’s clothing. He treated Perry Hall like a hunting ground for girls.
## Defense argument
Brooks' attorneys requested the minimum sentence of four years, citing his acceptance of responsibility.
## Brooks' change
Brooks became a born-again Christian and plans to pursue cognitive behavior therapy and a commercial driver’s license.
## Key takeaway

Baltimore County judge sentenced Sean Brooks to 15 years in prison for sexually exploiting four students, labeling him a predator.