Jon Matthews needs to go to jail
by David Benzion · 08/04/2006 2:21 pmFormer radio talk show host Jon Matthews surrendered at the Fort Bend County jail today after an arrest warrant was issued for him for allegedly violating probation.
Matthews received a seven-year deferred adjudication sentence two years ago when he pleaded guilty to a charge of indecency with a child.
According to court records, Matthews, 61, tested positive for alcohol, and was discussing sexual fantasies over the Internet.
Matthews was placed on probation after he admitted exposing himself to an 11-year-old girl in October 2003 in his Sugar Land home.
Among the conditions of the probation were that Matthews abstain from alcohol use and refrain from viewing sexually obscene material.
The order for Matthew’s arrest was signed July 28 by state District Judge Brady Elliott.
Bail for Matthews was set at $20,000.
According to the police report, the girl — who was a neighbor — arrived at the Matthews house to play with Matthews’ puppy.
Matthews answered the door in his underwear and the girl told investigators Matthews sat on the floor and that his genitals were exposed.
Court documents state Matthews then left the room to put on a pair of shorts.
“Upon his return to the living room, the Defendant pulled his shorts and underwear down and exposed his genitals to Sara Post (pseudonym), then he said ‘whoops.’ Sara Post demonstrated how far down the Defendant pulled his shorts and underwear. The Defendant told Sara Post not to tell what he had done.”
[All text courtesy the Houston Chronicle]:
Let me clarify this in case there are any deluded Jon-backers still out there.
Jon Matthews was guilty.
Jon Matthews is guilty.
Jon Matthews needs to go to jail.
And while he’s there, I genuinely hope he finds God, and repents, and is rid of the sickness that afflicts his soul.
But he needs to have all that happen while behind bars.
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David, that is a really sad announcement. I used to follow Jon till he had to step down from his show. I really hope he realizes that has a problem and gets help.
Not long ago I chanced to think of him and wondered how is life was moving along and what he was up to. This pretty much answers it for me.
Sad. Sad. I knew Jon personally and had an admiration for him and his work while on KSEV. It was hard for me to believe that he was guilty the first time around. I guess this just puts away any doubt in my mind. I’m with all of you here. I sincerly hope that Jon finds God and a cure for this sickness.
David I agree he should serve jail time. I’m really sad for his family. Wonder if his wife divorced him or still puts up with him.
Any help for his “sickness” should be given to him in prison. I am sure the his fellow inmates will make him feel right at home.
texan1953
Child abusers are segregated from the general population. Fact of the matter is he will be amongst others just like him.
A cold or the flu is a “sickness.” This was just evil. I hope that Jon finds God, repents and is rid of the evil that afflicts his soul.
As a past admirer of what Matthews had to say on his radio show, I hate to say it but the man is a danger to children and he needs to be locked up for the sake of any children who might encounter him in the future. He’s shown that not only does he refuse to admit his past criminal behavior, he is also very likely to repeat it.
#7 Sherri– I said “sickness of the soul”– which dovetails perfectly with “Evil.”
We’re in agreement.
When do you sit up and take notice that “life isn’t going to get any better than this” and decide now’s a pretty good time to back the Hupmobile into the garage, close the door, turn up Wilson Pickett, and take a nap?
#3 You said that you know him personally, how is his family doing, I know he had a wife and two boys (grown, I guess). I sure feel sorry for them. I have no sympathy for Jon. I used to like to listen to his show, but there is no excuse for his behavior. He ruined his family and did permanent damage to a young girl. He does need to go to jail for the protection of other kids.
It’s hard to describe what pedophiles do to a child. The damage is long term, it carries into the childs adult life.
There is no cure for these guys, sorry that is just fact. Unless they meet Jesus head on and hard, no one can ever trust them again.
For the child, there is guilt, anger, depression, a loss of self, they feel “less than” In adult life they may seek out abuse and pain in intmacy.
My feelings are, life - none of this deferred adjudication . They take the innocence of a child, we should take thier freedom forever.
#10 What are you smoking? Which blog were you tuned in to? BTW; The Hupmobile is on the back of the old ten dollar bill.
I, too, was an avid Jon Matthews listener. I hated to hear the story. And unfortunately for Jon, he was a thorn in the Crummyicle’s side so look for this story to hit the front page. The man obviously needs help and I hope he gets some.
Good Luck, Jon!!! I, for one, enjoyed listening to your show. You told it like it was and you sure p*ssed off those liberals.
I’m surprised he was able to get near a computer. Most probations for these people include no computer contact at all. Oh well, now he can show his genitals all he wants to his new cell mate.
#10, Pedophilia is a sickness that Christ cannot even cure IMHO. I realize that is going to piss some people off but the recidivism rate is astronomical. I would suggest that whatever percentage that they claim does not repeat offend really do and just don’t get caught. THERE IS ONLY ONE CURE and involves a large dose of KaCl.
Having done some research into this particular field of interest - unfortunately due a family member being molested by a relative - there are programs out there that people can do to get help.
But here’s the difference.
Take Person A and Person B.
Person A, realizes he’s having thoughts about behaving in a way that could possibly endanger his children, or someone else’s childen. He seeks help. This guy - even though he might have thoughts for the rest of his life - is worth investing the time and effort to get helped.
Person B, realizes he’s having thoughts about behaving in a way that could possibly endanger his children or someone else’s. He decides to go with his feelings, hurts a few kids, and gets caught and thrown into jail. As part of his plea agreement - he agrees to attend some type of program. This guy - should be in jail.
The difference with addicts - mainly sexual (pornography, pedophiles, etc) - is that if they (personally) make efforts to change - with the right program, lots of time they can make lasting change. But if they are ‘ordered’ (by the law) to change, because they were busted - it is going to be a tow the line til your out of site, then return to the behavior.
The recidivism rate is so astronomical because there’s no personal accountability taking place. Throw them into a 12 step program (mandatory by sum) that believes in surrendering it all to a higher power, and group mentality - and once again - free will is thrown out the window, as well as personal responsibility and accountability.
#16 - I believe that a relationshhip with Christ can cure anytype of sickness - including pedophilia - but once again, it has to be a personal decision to seek it. If someone force feeds it, or demands it - as you and I are both aware - anyone can act the way the ‘need’ to. It’s what people do when everyone’s gone that matters.
Anyway - that’s my 2 cents.
Cajun, person A recognized the thoughts were wrong and refused to act on them, thereby preserving the fantasy/reality separation. Once they act on the fantasy and cross that line, there is no going back. It is the forbidden fruit, once tasted, they are forever cast out. Once beyond that point they can never stop because their tolerance level is higher and they must seek out more and stronger stimulation. And each stronger stimulation raises the bar that much more. Like a drug abuser, every hit is less effective so they must take more and more drug each time to maintain the same level of effectiveness.
It is person B that cannot be cured, they have tasted the forbidden fruit.
I remember listening to him way back in the day with Moby on 97 Rock and more recently, on KSEV. Not long after 9/11, I remember him pi$$ing off a lady caller (who was originally from NY). She was trying to make the point that we are Americans first, and Texans second, but Matthews kept blowing her off. I was pi$$ed off along with her then, and I still am now.
That wasn’t directly relevant to his pedophilia, but it tells me a bit about his “character” in hindsight. As much as it pains me to say it, I rather agree with Rorschach in #16. I don’t believe there really is any “cure” for child molesters. KCl or life imprisonment are the only two options I’d consider acceptable for an admitted/convicted molester.
I will point out that it is that very same lack of self control and willpower that caused them to cross the line in the first place that will prevent them from being able to not cross it again, and again.
What did you expect from someone who used to spew vile rock and drug humor to high-school kids? I remember listening to him when I was 16 and driving to Klein Forest High School in the morning. He read the news or something. But, he also talked back and forth with Moby, and there was plenty of drug references….
I think the whole time he was on KSEV was a fraud. He’d say anything if he got a check. Sell conservatism? Sure. Sell rock and roll drug references? Sure.
Pitching that garbage to teenagers is sick. He was probably a perv back then too… Probably.
Maybe he’ll pull a Ken Lay…..?
#14-I know this post will get deleted, DELETED? Jon Matthews is a well known person. This story would and should make the front page no matter if he p***ed them off or not. This has nothing to do with liberal or conservative. are you saying because he is a conservative, you can justify what he did?
This wreck of a “man” needs to see some hard jail time and it looks as if he will. It’s amazing that his original deal involved probation rather than prison, but it looks as if the end result will be the same.
My question is, what judge in his/her right mind grants probation to a pedophile? That, to me at least, is where our current focus should be, identify and vote that jurist out of office post haste.
The safety of our children demands no less.
How utterly trajic. His family is devestated. John Barleycorn claims another soul.
Yellowdogdem
Nope it is still there. What has been deleted was your name calling. You can knock that crap off.
I do not see a single post or person excusing what Jon Matthews did.
Squawkbox
Moderator
King Jon was the greatest scourge liberal Texans ever had to deal with. He was framed and now he is being kicked while he is down. Liberals are so cruel.
21
you obviously never listened to Jon’s Sunday night show on 97 Rock.
Jon was as right wing then as he was on Dan’s stations.
He’s just also a pedophile, which is uncurable… Finding Jesus would just open a door to more victims…
#27 It isn’t just liberals doing the kicking. The barrage of criticism aimed at Jon is mainly from the ‘right’…from conservatives. It demonstrates why conservatives (with an upright belief in acceptable behavior via an always-on and functioning moral compass) can never win politcal victories long-term. If Jon was a member of the left-wing, liberal crowd, his support now would be deafening. Remember how they protected Clinton and his “wild willie?” Recall the support given to Sandy ‘Burglar’ when he stuffed his pants with classified documents? And…what about all the other incidents involving incredulously in-discreet liberal pundits? The issue is whether or not the taste for and addiction to power is absolute. Liberals are junkies hooked on the body-politic and it’s ability to influence beyond any morality known to man. Conservatives still see the difference between right and wrong. Too bad Jon, you picked the wrong political persuasion for sympathy.
#26) Squawk: it may have been post #14, where he was wished “Good Luck”. Or #27 (after your post) where one brilliant mind believes Matthews was framed.
That might have been what he was responding to.
Willie
#30
He responded to #14 and it from reading it, I too could come up with different opinions depending on how you read the comment by Robert. I personally do not think Robert is siding with Jon, just saying it was a bad mistake. I may be wrong, but I hope not.
To clarify, I DO THINK Jon should go to jail. Exposing oneself to a child is the first step in further acting on those fantasies. I totally agree with Rorsachch (my conscious) and Cajun. I think Jon being a “personality” kept him from jail time, but now I think it is time he went. We gave him one chance 7 years probation - and he “screwed” that up in 2 years.
#31) Neo:
I sure hope not as well. I too thought the “Good Luck” wish was out of place, but I’m hopeful that Robert was being sarcastic.
#13 - From the movie Delores Claiborne - murder & pedophilia. Vera - old, stricken with stroke & wheelchair, crying and slumped to one side, realizing that she’ll never feel better again, rolls herself to stairwell for a suicide swan song.
Willie
Wishing Matthews good luck does not indicate condoning behavior.
The other guy. Well I think the “t” word may be appropriate.
I do find it amusing how anyone can equate this to a demo/rep issue. The son of a beotch is guilty of pedophilia. I could care less if he was a freaking political saint his arse belongs under the jail for what he did. I will wish him “God Speed” in repairing the damage he caused, paying his debt to society, repairing his life if that is possible and in that order.
But that is just my opinion.
On a side note. I am of the opinion that the reason their is such high recidivism in all criminals is because they are made to make restitution to their victims.
I think if the offenders really had to face their victims and make restitution they would be less likely to re-do the crime.
BUT that is just my opinion.
Willie,
#33
Luckily for society’s sake, Jon’s second encounter did not include physical connection with a child. We can thank God for small blessings. However, now is the time to nip that in the bud before it leads to a worse crime. Like Ror said, it is an addiction.
Squawk:
Agreed, although I still feel that “Good Luck” for any reason is out of place. If anything, I might, if I were a hateful man, wish “Good Luck” to his bunkmate in meting out prison “justice” upon Matthews.
I also fail to see any ideological bent to this matter, but some will always seek it out, even where it doesn’t apply.
BUT, that’s just my opinion.
There are some things about this case I would like to know.
The Chron. news story repeats everything available to somebody like me. I have heard there is more than just dropping shorts and flashing but cannot cite a source. Maybe somebody here with personal knowledge or access to links to the case can post something.
Given that, is there more info than the guy sitting in a single apartment drinking booze and typing I like big boobs?
#38 - Plead guilty in leu of trial. Probation, appology to victim. had to sell house/move, register as offender. Sad part is he was on air when the first complaint concerning Michael Jackson made news (& Mike paid hush money). Jon broadcasting he’d do anything to defend himself against such spurious charges with a vengeance. Probation is probation. No booze or net boobs was part of the deal, I reckon.
#28 You’re right. I never listened to the Sunday night show on KSRR…(ha - remember those call letters?)Hey, I even remember before that when it was 96.5 KAUM. That really goes way back…
Of course now all the stations in Houston are Latino….It may be a surprise to some of the younger readers here that there actually used to be non-spanish language stations on the FM dial…
BarSinister
He plead no contest, which is the same as saying he did not contest the charges against him. Not guilty would have sent him to trial.
Oops - should have been “Guilty would have…” Sorry!
YES Jail….
I remember listening to Matthews on KSRR and now that I think about it he got pretty raw with the teenie girls. He always asked their ages and then the “talk” got ratcheted up.
From everything I read he exposed himself to that girl. Nowhere is it said he touched her or anything else. I would think the charge would be minor indecent exposure not aggravated sexual assault. Do people get jail time for a 1st offense of exposure?
I would think there is a difference between the two in the punishment phase.
Neocon, what does the law say?
Sorry, Gregg, I am not familiar with Jon’s case, nor is my specialty criminal law. Since I do not know with what he was charged in Ft. Bend County, it is difficult to answer your question. I do know cases in Harris County where mere exposure rates a lower sentence, a lot of time probation, without any registering as a sex offender. Most of them are good to go if they complete their probation which is at least over 5 years. I’ll try to look it up for you when I get back to work.
#39
Thanks.
#45
Yes he is accused of touching her. Been mentioned on a radio station.
gtotracker
#48
Can you link to that? I really do not recall that there was a case of touching. Seems he exposed himself in his underwear, later put on a pair of shorts and pulled them and his underwear down. Nowhere does it say he touched the girl or that he made the girl touch him. I’m not defending him, just want the facts.
#49
No I cannot link, have been dancing around the issue.
Thought the radio guys would pick up and address the situation.
Now this really urinates me off. Why did it take so long to pull his leash. Check the list of violations below.
http://www.fortbendnow.com/news/1608/former-radio-host-arrested-for-allegedly-violating-probation-in-child-indecency-case
Sorry i left this out of my rant. Part of his terms of probation was to go through the counseling procedure. Now I’m urinated at the system even more than normal. I did not think that was possible.
Squawk, did he or didn’t he go through counseling? It would seem that he did but it was “unsuccessfully terminated.”
This guy has to go and I am as p*ssed off as you that he hasn’t been “taken down” yet! Who is the DA of Fort Bend? Maybe he needs to go too.
Doesn’t anyone do their job anymore? Damnit, the guy failed the alcohol part, the internet part, the porn part, and the monitoring jackasses wait for the offenses to pile up? Hope they’re as lenient on me after I turn into a mall sniper some weekend. Sheesh.
BarSinister
#54
They were probably busy with more important cases, such as child rape, child molestation, etc. What you list are way down the list. I am a Court appointed volunteer for Child’s Advocates and I see far, far worse. Justice is slow, but sure. I would rather officials get an actual child molester off the streets than go after a sicko on the internet. Just my opinion.
Neo
The sickos on the internet are filtering into the real world. They are using the internet as a tool to identify their next victims.
#55 - All I ask from Justice is for it to do it’s stuff before another kid takes in a matinee at Mr. Johnson pants puppet show.
Squawk and BarSinister
I was only trying to explain from an insider’s view how these cases are rated and handled. I wish we could put all of them in jail. I have had horrific cases of child abuse and I guess I’ve become jaded because I want those in custody before I start worrying about exposers. Sorry if I wasn’t clear. It is the justice system- which is why I volunteer to help the children out — something the system doesn’t do. We pick up the children who fall between the cracks.
Maybe ya’ll should look at Child’s Advocates and see what they really do. Hopefully someone here will volunteer to help these poor kids.
Entered ‘jon matthews guilty’ on the google search bar. First link up is an expired one to chronicallybiased.com which says he admitted to touching the victim. Other articles say no. There is an interesting link to a post claiming to be by Moby.
I feel for his family, they are the ones forgotten. He needs to be confined for a long long time.
#14, #27: Pathetic. Blame the eeeeeevil Chronicle and those wild-n-wacky liberals when one of your own is a proven criminal. I thought you law and order conservatives were supposed to be “tough on crime”? What happened?
He was a phony. Always was. Always will be. When are you people, that place talk show hosts on some devine pedestal, going to realize they are just as human as you and I. Only difference is they have a mike to ‘feed’ their egos.
Some Hard Candy anyone?
Loybay
You are as big a TROLL as mannacler. I can see by your post that you took time and thoughtfully considered what has been posted by others. Keep up the good work, TROLL.
#64 - Just because our political and social views may not be in sync does not automatically make me a “troll.” I enjoy reading LST because I was born and raised in Houston. I love the city. I think this website effectively captures many of the issues that effect out city.
Tragically Ridiculous Or Loony Liberal…TROLL
Everyone on here says he should go to jail. Very consistent, logical conservative people.
Unlike liberals who support their own kind to the end. Ever hear of Roman Polanski? Radical liberal movie director wins Academy Awards even though he repeatedly raped a 13-year-old girl years ago.
He couldn’t even accept the award because he’s hiding in Europe! If he enters the US, he’ll be arrested!
But you libs still love him. I guess if a lib rapes a girl, it’s okay because he did it artistically….
Loybay I seem to recall saying that he needed a large dose of KaCl. Now I understand you probably went to a public school populated with liberal administrators who care more about how you FEEL than about what you’ve LEARNED (no offense TxAggie, I think you know who I mean) so I’ll clarify a bit for you. KaCl is the chemical symbol for Potassium Chloride, which when given in large doses kills. It is the “lethal” part of the lethal injection drug cocktail.
Nobody here is defending him and most want him dead or imprisoned for life. THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR PEDOPHILIA. EVER.
Speak for yourself. Personally, I’d like to avoid comparing myself to a sex offender.
And what “devine pedestal” are you talking about? Read the headline of the post.
Why is it that the only people getting into trouble have ‘R’ after their name.
Left wing conspiracy perhaps?
Who said that?
#69 do you recall Cinthia McKinney? Or Ted Kennedy? or his son? or Murtha and his Libel suit? or Carol Alvarado and her staff? I’m pretty sure none of them have an R after thier names….
#70
Talking about Carol Alvarado what became of her allegation? Is she still working with all the benefits intact?
John Mathew was well versed in local politics, simply put he was brilliant.
I must give credit where credit is due.
#23
You should know by now that Robert as a conservative do not believe taking responsibility.
Liberals have taken more crap than they can handle.What goes around comes around.
Mid-term election is almost upon us, conservative noses will be rubbed into the ground, threat of impeachment is in the air.
So you can see they have lot to lose than just the power.
Conservatives have been running aimlessly in all directions bumping into one another sustaining mental injuries.
Shortly they will be begging for asylum.
Jon Matthews and Duke Cunningham are the only “R’s” I know in trouble. ALL the rest are “D’s…”
This is because Republicans are by nature more honest than demorats…. They are in office to serve the people and protect traditional American values. They have very little self-interest as they usually give up lucrative careers in the private sector to serve the public.
Demorats, however, are mainly in office to steal money and destroy freedom.
One man’s opinion and that is the long and short of it.
Cameraguy, there is no argument from me.
Gee, I thought I’d get more of a rise out of you than that… I was TRYING to get you steamed….
The only silver lining to this whole Jon thing is that he was found-out as a child predator before he did anything more damaging than exposing himself.
I was told by a well trusted source back in 2003 that Jon was a committed young girl chaser long before he was arrested. This seasoned conservative lawyer shared a story he was told by a young prosecutor that when she worked in a video store as a teenager that he repeatedly solicited her. Its just a shame this only came out after he had been arrested…..
My real sorrow goes to his wife and family (and the victim, of course) who have to deal with the results of his deamons for the rest of their lives…
#74-Sounds good on the surface but you know it is not true. If you do believe it is true, I wonder if you have the intelligence to tie your own shoes in the morning.
# 68 Matt: I’m talking about when he was on the air. He was dubbed The King. Had his legions of minions that waited breathlessly for his next opinion. Was never wrong in his observations, etc, etc. Still goes on today. On ALL channels across the dial. Both local and national shows. I laugh when I hear callers bow to the host. When a mere word or two from the host changes the callers mind, stance, or position. I had many a battle with Matthews over the years. Guess what? I’m here and free, and he’s still a blowhard.
What a tragedy for Jon Matthews. I sure hope he gets to sit in prison and get some help while there. I feel sorry for his family and I hope in spite of himself, they can continue to love him because he really is going to need it. I thought he was a little cras at times, but still liked to listen to him because he was so opinionated.
I wonder if he is still married, and what he is doing. What has happened to him is shakespearian.