Judge Rachel Sullivan denied a defense request for a lighter sentence and approved the prosecution’s recommendation, which follows Minnesota sentencing guidelines. Goerdt, 41, pleaded guilty on December 2, 2025, to Assault in the Second Degree – Dangerous Weapon and False Imprisonment – Intentional Restraint.

A prison sentence capped a long-running financial crime case in Ontario County Court this week. It centered around a former commander of the Geneva American Legion, who fled New York State to avoid charges initially.