Former teacher of the year charged with sexual battery, enticement of a child to meet for sexual purposes

A former teacher of the year from Mississippi has been arrested on charges of child sex crimes, according to authorities.

The Sun Herald reported that Olivia Marie Smith was arrested and charged with sexual battery and enticement of a child to meet for sexual purposes.

‘We want to reassure parents, students, and staff that we are addressing this matter with seriousness and diligence.’

Anyone convicted of sexual battery in Mississippi faces up to 30 years in prison, according to the Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network.

Mississippi state law notes that anyone convicted of enticement of a child to meet for sexual purposes faces a minimum prison sentence of two years and a 10-year maximum, plus a fine of up to $10,000.

Jackson County Circuit Court Judge Calvin Taylor set