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Behind the Yearning for Zion Gates
The Oprah Winfrey Show  |  March 30, 2009
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Warren Jeffs
In September 2007, Warren Jeffs, the ranch's leader, was convicted on two counts of accomplice to rape. He was sentenced to two consecutive prison terms of five years to life and remains in prison. The members of the YFZ ranch maintain his innocence, and his picture hangs in many buildings on the grounds.

Meet the woman who testified against Jeffs.


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