The judge called the courtroom to order. The aurors restrained Ron in his chair with chains. A silencing charm was placed on him. "Mr. Flint, please escort your wife back to her seat." He waited until she was seated to continue. "In light of the fact that in front of this bench, in full view of this court, Mr. Prewett committed several of the crimes he stands accused of I am proceeding directly to my verdict. On the charges of assault: guilty as charged. On the charge of battery: guilty as charged, three charges of child endangerment: guilty as charged, two charges of attempted succession tampering: guilty as charged. We will reconvene in two weeks for sentencing. At that time character witnesses may be presented. From both sides. Courted adjourned."