A Minnesota mother avoided significant jail time after admitting to sexually abusing two boys in a hotel while they were at a hockey tournament. She had been on a “stay-cation” with her husband and two kids at the time.
Allison Schardin, 39, was sentenced to two weekends in jail, with five days already served, and 200 hours of community service, as reported by the Minneapolis Star-Tribune. She will also be listed as a predatory offender for the next 10 years. Prosecutors had requested eight months of jail time... Continue reading here ▶
In October, Schardin pleaded guilty to third-degree criminal sexual conduct. She admitted to entering the boys’ hotel room, telling them she wanted to get away from her abusive husband, and engaging in sexual acts with them.
Although Schardin received a relatively light sentence, prosecutors emphasized the lasting harm the victims experienced. They explained that the boys faced bullying, exclusion, and emotional distress.
Both were initially suspended from their hockey team, although they were later allowed to return. However, the team ultimately canceled the rest of the season.
One victim, a skilled player, was even denied a spot on other teams. The second victim quit hockey for a time but has since returned to the sport.
The state argued that Schardin’s actions weren’t a simple mistake but were planned. She manipulated the boys by telling them she needed an escape from her marriage, then took advantage of the situation, prosecutors claimed.
They also noted that if the roles had been reversed and a man had been the perpetrator, the leniency shown would likely not have been considered.
Schardin’s case began on January 14, 2024, when she reportedly approached the boys at a hotel hot tub and started talking about her marriage and infidelity.
Later, she allegedly exchanged contact information with the victims and eventually asked to join them in their hotel room.
Once there, Schardin allegedly made sexual advances, telling the boys she was 38 years old and that they should “do more” and have sex.
Prosecutors said one of the victims felt uncomfortable but didn’t know how to say no. The next day, Schardin allegedly continued to text the boys, even showing up at their hockey game. One victim became nervous and uncomfortable with her presence, feeling it was “really creepy.”
After returning home to Colorado, Schardin reportedly tried to convince one of the victims not to tell the police. She allegedly texted one of the boys, asking him not to report what had happened.
Schardin was arrested on February 1. When questioned by police, she claimed the boys invited her to their room and that she only joined them to get away from her husband. She admitted to having sexual contact with two of the boys but claimed she had stopped before things went further.
Schardin’s case highlights the serious emotional impact on the victims and the legal consequences of her actions.
