DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) – A Davenport man accused of neglecting his bedridden mother, causing her death, was given a deferred judgment and three years of probation on Friday. According to court documents, Jason Kelting pleaded guilty to felony neglect or abandonment of a dependent person in March.

Under the deal, his involuntary manslaughter and wanton neglect or nonsupport of a dependent adult charges were dismissed. The state also recommended against incarceration as part of the deal.

Kelting will have to serve three years of probation and make monthly payments on a civil penalty of $1,370 and a separate civil penalty of $1,000. As part of his probation, Kelting will have to get a mental health evaluation and complete any recommended treatment, stay employed, and follow any other terms set by his probation officer.

Kelting was arrested in February 2023 after police said he neglected his bedridden mother, causing her death.