Proaps was indicted by the Loudon County Grand Jury in April 2004 for attempted aggravated sexual battery. The indictment stemmed from allegations that Proaps had improper sexual contact with a minor child. Through his court appointed attorney, Proaps agreed to wave a trial by jury and plead guilty to the lesser, reckless aggravated assault. Proaps was sentenced to two years probation. He will return to court on June 8, 2007 to hear the terms of his probation. The judge is expected to sign the plea.

Proaps received 94 votes in his 2006 mayoral race.