by Nashville, TN – A former Metro Nashville police officer accused of groping an OnlyFans model during a staged traffic stop video while on duty has avoided jail time after entering a no contest plea.
Sean Herman’s Plea Deal
On Thursday, Sean Herman, 35, appeared in Nashville Criminal Court and changed his plea from not guilty to no contest on two counts of official misconduct, both Class E felonies.
Judge Melissa Blackburn sentenced Herman to:
- One year of supervised probation
- Judicial diversion, meaning the charges could be cleared from his record if he successfully completes probation
The outcome allows Herman to avoid prison time entirely, despite prosecutors initially pursuing felony charges related to his conduct.
Background of the Case
Herman, who had served as a Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) officer for three years, was arrested on June 13, 2024, at his home in Sumner County. He was released the same day on a $3,000 bond.
The case stemmed from an April 26, 2024, incident in which Herman appeared in a warehouse video skit alongside an OnlyFans creator named Jordin. In the video, Herman—wearing a full MNPD uniform—conducted a mock traffic stop.
According to investigators:
- Jordin exposed her breasts and jokingly offered the officer the chance to grab them to avoid a ticket.
- Herman briefly groped her before Jordin touched his crotch area.
- While Herman’s face was not visible, his police patch and uniform briefly appeared on camera, identifying him as an officer.
MNPD’s Response
The MNPD’s Specialized Investigations Division quickly determined Herman was the officer in the video. He was fired on May 9, 2024, just one day after investigators confirmed his involvement.
At the time, the department issued a strong rebuke:
“That was one of the most outrageous, disrespectful acts that a person here could do, and by disrespectful, I mean to all the MNPD employees and this agency,” the department said.
The video, originally shared to Jordin’s X (formerly Twitter) account, was described as “not X-rated” but intended for promotional use. Jordin later told Law & Crime that Herman had contacted her after seeing a Reddit post.
Legal Path to Sentencing
Herman was initially charged with official misconduct, which in Tennessee can carry penalties of up to two years in prison per count. However, prosecutors allowed Herman to accept a plea agreement with no contest, a move that does not require him to admit guilt but treats the charges as if he had.
The judicial diversion granted by the judge means that if Herman completes his one-year probation without violations:
- The case will be dismissed
- His record will be cleared of felony convictions
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Community Reactions
The sentencing outcome has drawn mixed reactions. Some critics argue that Herman’s actions undermined public trust in law enforcement and deserved harsher punishment.
Others note that the judicial diversion system is often used for first-time offenders and non-violent crimes, and Herman will still carry the stigma of having been fired from MNPD.
Meanwhile, the department has stressed that Herman’s actions do not reflect the standards of its officers.
What Comes Next
As part of his probation, Herman must comply with court-ordered conditions, which typically include:
- Regular check-ins with a probation officer
- Avoiding further legal trouble
- Remaining drug- and alcohol-free, if required by the court
If he fails to meet these requirements, he could face the original felony penalties.
For now, Herman remains out of custody and will continue probation through 2025.
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