San Antonio, Texas, January 10, 2026
In San Antonio, Texas, Jennifer Marie Delgado has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading no contest to charges of severely neglecting her 4-year-old daughter, who was hospitalized weighing only 19 pounds in 2018. The sentencing marks the maximum penalty allowed under her plea agreement. This case highlights growing concerns about child welfare and similar legal cases in the region, exemplified by another recent case leading to a 45-year sentence.
San Antonio, Texas – Woman Sentenced to 20 Years for 2018 Child Neglect Case
San Antonio, Texas – A Bexar County judge has sentenced Jennifer Marie Delgado, 38, to 20 years in prison for severely neglecting her 4-year-old daughter, who weighed just 19 pounds at the time of her hospitalization in 2018. This sentence is the maximum allowed under her plea agreement.
Details of the Case
In October 2025, Delgado pleaded no contest to charges of injury to a child with intent to cause serious bodily injury. The charges stemmed from an incident in late 2018 when Delgado brought her severely malnourished daughter to a local emergency room. Medical evaluations revealed the child was suffering from severe malnutrition, weighing only 19 pounds at the age of 4.
Legal Proceedings
The case experienced significant delays, including a mistrial in late 2023 due to issues with the defense attorney’s preparation. Despite these setbacks, the prosecution secured a plea agreement with Delgado, leading to the 20-year sentence.
Background Context
Child neglect cases in Bexar County have garnered attention in recent years. In July 2023, Stephanie Jimenez was sentenced to 45 years in prison for similar charges involving her children. These cases highlight ongoing concerns about child welfare and the legal system’s response to such offenses in the region.
Key Features of the Case
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Defendant | Jennifer Marie Delgado, 38 |
| Charge | Injury to a child with intent to cause serious bodily injury |
| Victim | 4-year-old daughter weighing 19 pounds at the time of hospitalization in 2018 |
| Plea Agreement | No contest plea leading to a 20-year prison sentence, the maximum allowed under the agreement |
| Case Delays | Included a mistrial in late 2023 due to defense attorney’s preparation issues |
| Similar Cases in Bexar County | Stephanie Jimenez sentenced to 45 years in prison in July 2023 for similar charges involving her children |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What was Jennifer Marie Delgado charged with?
Jennifer Marie Delgado was charged with injury to a child with intent to cause serious bodily injury, stemming from the severe neglect of her 4-year-old daughter in 2018.
What was the outcome of the case?
Delgado pleaded no contest to the charges and was sentenced to 20 years in prison, the maximum allowed under her plea agreement.
What were the circumstances leading to the charges?
In late 2018, Delgado brought her severely malnourished daughter to a local emergency room, where medical evaluations revealed the child weighed only 19 pounds at the age of 4.
Have there been similar cases in Bexar County?
Yes, in July 2023, Stephanie Jimenez was sentenced to 45 years in prison for similar charges involving her children.
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