Cecil Brockman, a High Point Democrat who faces charges for sex offenses, is stepping down following bipartisan pressure to resign from his seat in the state House of Representatives.

Brockman tendered his resignation Friday, according to his legislative aide, Drew Gibson. In a letter, Brockman said he plans to resign to focus on his defense.

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“I am currently facing criminal charges brought against me in Guilford County,” Brockman said in his resignation letter, which was viewed by WRAL on Friday before it was filed. “Due to the seriousness of these accusations, I need to focus on my defense of these allegations. As a result, I am currently unable to fulfill my duty and service to my constituents in Guilford County. As a result, I am resigning my position from the

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