Various pages were set up by supporters to help Eklund with legal fees and living expenses after his firing.
In February 2020, Eklund entered a plea of no contest. He was sentenced to one year of active probation and a suspended six-month jail sentence. Additional requirements included attending a gun safety class and undergoing mental health counseling. seth eklund gofundme exclusive
A Change.org petition garnered thousands of signatures, calling for charges against the deputy instead. Various pages were set up by supporters to
Deputy Gaston and his wife filed a civil lawsuit against Eklund and the security companies (Paragon Systems Inc. and Praetorian Shield Inc.), citing emotional distress and loss of wages. The "GoFundMe Exclusive" & Public Support seth eklund gofundme exclusive