Child molester seeks deportation ahead of sentencing hearing

A man convicted of sexually molesting a 12-year-old girl hopes to be deported back to his home country.

33-year-old Dwayne Cruz De Guzman appeared before Judge John Terlaje in superior court today for sentencing.

Prosecuting Attorney Christine Tenorio told the court they were unable to immediately negotiate a deportation deal due to De Guzman's dual citizenship.

She adds he would have to renounce his American citizenship in order for immigration authorities to get involved.

Parties are back in court at a later date.

As reported, a jury convicted him of two counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct, including special allegations of vulnerable victim.

De Guzman told police that he “has a hard time finding women his age and thinks it is easier to find younger girls because they can be easily persuaded with money and gifts.”