On Thursday, a Fresno County judge sentenced Michael Mendoza to 15 years to life in prison.
Mendoza was charged with gross vehicular manslaughter and felony DUI in March of 2022.
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17-year-old Sarahi Ramirez was killed after Mendoza blew past a stop sign and t-boned Ramirez's truck on the driver's side.
Several of her family members were there to witness the sentencing.
Mendoza addressed her family with a letter expressing his remorse and saying he has come to terms with his punishment.