Man Sentenced to 3 Years for Parole Violation

Bartholomew County judge hands down prison term for contacting minor while on lifetime parole

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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A Bartholomew County judge has sentenced a man named Brian Dickey to three years in prison for violating his parole. Dickey was accused of contacting a minor younger than 16, which violated the terms of his lifetime parole, leading to a felony charge. In January, Dickey pled guilty to the parole violation and was sentenced last week by Bartholomew Superior Court 1 Judge James Worton.

Why it matters

Parole violations and crimes committed by those on parole are an ongoing challenge for the criminal justice system, as they raise concerns about public safety and the effectiveness of rehabilitation efforts. This case highlights the need for close monitoring and strict enforcement of parole conditions to protect vulnerable members of the community.

The details

According to the Bartholomew County Prosecutor's Office, the investigation into Dickey's actions began last May after he was accused of contacting a minor younger than 16, which violated the terms of his lifetime parole. This led to a felony charge being filed against Dickey. In January, he pled guilty to the parole violation, and a sentencing hearing was held last week, where Judge Worton sentenced him to three years to be served in the Indiana Department of Corrections.

  • The investigation into Dickey's actions began in May 2025.
  • Dickey pled guilty to the parole violation in January 2026.
  • Dickey was sentenced to 3 years in prison last week.

The players

Brian Dickey

A man who was sentenced to 3 years in prison for violating the terms of his lifetime parole by contacting a minor younger than 16.

James Worton

The Bartholomew Superior Court 1 judge who sentenced Dickey to 3 years in prison.

Bartholomew County Prosecutor's Office

The office that oversaw the investigation and prosecution of Dickey's parole violation case.

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The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the criminal justice system in monitoring and enforcing parole conditions to protect public safety. It underscores the need for robust rehabilitation programs and close supervision of offenders to prevent repeat crimes and violations.