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This video shows a tense sentencing hearing led by Judge Stephanie Boyd, where defendant Paul Anthony Pettz faces charges after pleading no contest to aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. During the proceedings, the defense attempted to frame Pettz as a young man affected by a difficult living situation and financial struggles, arguing that he deserved a second chance to rebuild his life. However, when Pettz addressed the court, he claimed the incident was an act of self-defense, stating that he had been attacked. Judge Boyd immediately questioned his statement, pointing out that it conflicted with the evidence he had already acknowledged. She carefully examined his version of events, challenging inconsistencies about the weapon used and how the incident unfolded. Emphasizing the gravity of the situation, she noted that the victim suffered a life-threatening injury after being stabbed in the lungs. Believing that Pettz was downplaying his actions and not accepting full responsibility, Judge Boyd rejected the request for community supervision. She sentenced him to four years in prison and issued a formal deadly weapon finding. The hearing concludes with the judge offering direct guidance, encouraging Pettz to make better use of his time while incarcerated by pursuing education, such as completing his GED, and cautioning him against falling into a cycle of institutionalization.