DeAngelo Accepts a Plea Deal

Joseph DeAngelo accepted a plea deal in early 2020. This meant that survivors of his attacks would be spared the pain and drawn out process of a trial. The highly anticipated hearing took place on June 29, 2020. It was slightly delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic which had broken out months earlier. Over 150 people gathered inside a makeshift courtroom at the Sacramento State University's Ballroom. Everyone present had to undergo temperature checks and wear face masks for the protection of themselves and others.