A former assistant basketball coach at California State University, Bakersfield has agreed to a plea deal that resolves a disturbing criminal case involving pimping, child pornography and a firearms charge. The agreement brings to a close a months‑long investigation that began with an anonymous tip.
A Web of Allegations Across the West
The tipster, who revealed the allegations to former CSUB head basketball coach Rob Barnes, claimed that Mays had trafficked a woman throughout California, Washington, Oregon and Nevada. Prosecutors later detailed that the accused scheme involved paying for hotels and flights to move the victim across state lines.
During a two‑day hearing in March, eight witnesses testified before Judge Eric Bradshaw, prompting him to order a trial. The testimony painted a picture of a coordinated effort to exploit the victim, with prosecutors alleging possession of more than 600 images of child pornography and over two dozen videos depicting sexual conduct with a minor.
Consequences and the Road Ahead
As part of the plea deal, prosecutors dropped eight of the original charges, leaving Mays to face a four‑year prison sentence and lifelong registration as a sex offender. He is scheduled to return to court on July 30 for sentencing, where the final terms of his incarceration and post‑release obligations will be determined.