It was the first conviction in Collin County under the elevated charge, which the Legislature passed in 2007.
Samford's sentences will be served concurrently, without parole.
The victim, who was 2 years old at the time of the offenses, was his step-daughter. To be charged with super aggravated sexual abuse, the victim must be under age 6.
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