Robert Emerson Robinson, 28, appeared before a judge Friday morning. 
HOUSTON (KTRK) -- A Harris County Juvenile Justice Center jailer accused of trading candy for sexual favors with a teenage inmate at the facility made his first court appearance. Robert Emerson Robinson, 28, appeared before a judge Friday morning. Police say he admitted to having sex with the 15-year-old girl. Officers also say they have surveillance video of him entering the girl's cell on May 23.
Robinson has been fired and charged with sexual assault with a child under 17.
The girl reportedly told police she allowed him to have sex with her because he provided her with candy and other treats.
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