North Carolina Rep Cecil Brockman Resigns Amid Statutory Sex Offense Charges

North Carolina State Representative Cecil Brockman resigned amid serious allegations of sex crimes involving a 15-year-old, including statutory sex offenses and indecent liberties. Brockman, who served District 60 in Guilford County and had been in office since 2015, was arrested on October 8 after prosecutors found videos of illegal activities on his phone. Following his arrest, House Speaker Destin Hall announced a bipartisan committee to investigate the charges and potentially pursue Brockman's expulsion, prompting his resignation to focus on his legal defense. Democratic Party leaders in Guilford County are scheduled to select a replacement for Brockman, with several local Democrats expressing interest in the seat. Brockman remains in jail with a bond set at over $1 million, while a hearing to reduce the bond is forthcoming. His resignation has been welcomed by leaders from both parties and the North Carolina Democratic Party, citing the severity of the allegations and the need for effective representation of constituents.