Former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore will not serve jail time after being sentenced on Tuesday, April 14th. The legal proceedings stemmed from a 2025 incident connected to a personal relationship.

Judge J. Cedric Simpson sentenced Moore to 18 months of probation, mandated mental health treatment, and ordered him to avoid alcohol and contact with the woman involved. He was also assessed approximately $1,100 in fees. While a 180-day and a separate 30-day jail sentence were ordered, both were suspended, meaning Moore will avoid incarceration if he successfully completes his probation.

In his remarks, Judge Simpson stated that incarceration would not be an appropriate sentence, but was sharply critical of Moore's actions. "Frankly Mr. Moore, you had no right to do what you did...you had no right to spread your pain to her," Simpson said.

The judge highlighted the profound impact of a letter written to the court by Moore's wife, Kelli, calling it the most influential factor in his decision. He praised her strength, referencing the distress in her voice during calls to police on the day Moore was fired by the university. "I am amazed by you, Ms. Moore. I truly am," Simpson stated. "I think, in all honesty ... we need more people like you in this world."

Moore, who nodded at times during the comments about his wife, must adhere to the probation terms to avoid jail. A review hearing has been scheduled for October 2027.