Deal lands teen probation in Browerville HS hazing scandal  1:07
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+  LONG PRAIRIE, Minn. - One of the teens involved in a
sexually-charged hazing incident at Browerville High School
waived his right to trial Friday and pleaded guilty by
submitting an Alford plea.  Under the agreement, 18-year-old
Connor Burns maintains his innocence but admits that enough
evidence exists that he could be found guilty if a trial
occurred. Rather that take that risk, Burns pleaded guilty to a
charge of fourth degree criminal sexual conduct.   As part of
the Alford agreement the judge does not actually accept the
guilty plea, and no charges go on Burns' record. Prosecutors
also drop all additional charges in the case.    Burns
was charged with six separate criminal counts that involved
helping co-defendant Seth Kellen sexually assault a teammate,
and taking part in the assault himself.   If Burns does not
violate conditions of his probation his criminal record will r