A Las Vegas man has pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge in the death of his young daughter who was left in a hot car last year.
Prosecutors told Las Vegas TV station KTVN that 28-year-old Sidney Deal entered an Alford plea in order to avoid the possibility of being convicted or more offenses or of a greater offense.
An Alford plea does not require a person to admit guilt.
Deal was originally charged with felony child abuse.
As part of the plea agreement, prosecutors said Deal is facing a maximum sentence of one year in jail.
Authorities said 21-month-old Sayah Deal died on Oct. 5.
The Clark County coroner determined the child died as a result of a heat stroke and exposure to high temperatures.
Prosecutors said Deal believed the air conditioner was on in the car and didn’t think his daughter was in danger.