NYS Sen. Kevin Parker has been sentenced to three years� probation following his misdemeanor conviction for a confrontation with a press photographer.

Staten Island District Attorney Daniel Donovan Jr. announced Monday that Parker had been sentenced by a Brooklyn judge. The Democrat represents the 21st District in Brooklyn.

Parker was acquitted of felony assault in the 2009 scuffle. Prosecutors said a New York Post photographer�s finger was broken after Parker grabbed his camera.

Parker at the time was facing foreclosure of his home. The photographer�s car and camera were damaged, leading to the criminal mischief misdemeanor.

Parker also was ordered to pay restitution and a $1,000 fine, and undergo anger management counseling.

Parker won his sixth term in November. He lost one of his leadership posts after his conviction.

(Source: WCBSTV)