German confesses to 350 counts of sex abuse with own kids, including prostitution

(CBS/AP) BERLIN - A German man has confessed to 350 counts of sexually abusing his children and forcing his daughter and stepdaughter into prostitution.

Prosecutors are recommending a prison sentence of 14 years and six months and want the court to order the 48-year-old defendant, identified only as Detlef S., to remain in detention beyond that to prevent him from offending again.

The defendant previously admitted fathering eight children with his stepdaughter.

The defense is asking for 9 1/2 years in prison after reading the man's confession to 350 counts of sexual abuse in the Koblenz state court.

Confessions are common in German trials and the news agency DAPD quoted prosecutors Monday as accusing the man of a "tactical maneuver" to get a shorter sentence.

A verdict and sentence are expected Tuesday.