Christopher Parr spoke to a Circuit Court judge in Annapolis for nearly an hour Wednesday detailing his life, including a long work history, community service and hobbies.

Prior to his sentencing, Parr became, in effect, his own character witness, describing himself as "good" and counting celebrities like pop singer Beyonce among his friends.

However, his lengthy statement wasn't enough to stop Judge William C. Mulford II from sentencing the 31-year-old Baltimore man to life in prison plus an additional 15 years for raping a 62-year-old woman in Brooklyn Park three years ago.

Assistant State's Attorney...