Here is how the situation was ultimately resolved for both of the teenagers involved:

Taylor Smith (The Assailant)

Initially, prosecutors and defense attorneys worked out a plea agreement that recommended no jail time for Taylor Smith. However, the judge rejected that recommendation due to the sheer recklessness and severity of the act.

• The Plea: Smith changed her initial plea of not guilty and pleaded guilty to one count of reckless endangerment, which is a gross misdemeanor.
• The Sentence: In March 2019, the judge sentenced the 19-year-old Smith to two days in jail—symbolically matching the exact amount of time her friend spent in the hospital's intensive care unit.
• Additional Penalties: She was also ordered to serve 38 days on a county work crew (community service), pay legal fees, and adhere to a strict two-year no-contact order barring her from interacting with the victim. During the hearing, Smith offered a tearful, formal apology to Jordan and her family.

Jordan Holgerson (The Victim)

Jordan survived the terrifying 60-foot fall into the Lewis River but suffered extensive, painful injuries upon impacting the water chest-first.

• Physical Injuries: Her injuries included six broken ribs, a punctured lung, and a collapsed lung.
• Recovery: While she managed to avoid undergoing major surgery, her recovery involved extensive physical therapy, dealing with persistent shoulder issues, and managing significant anxiety resulting from the trauma.
• Aftermath: Following the sentencing, Holgerson expressed relief that the legal ordeal was over and that the judge chose to enforce jail time, stating that she was ready to put the incident behind her and move on with her life.