A federal grand jury has indicted a 69 year old man from Mission for Aggravated Sexual Abuse of a Child and Abusive Sexual Contact With a Child.
David Paxton pleaded not guilty.
The Indictment alleges that between August 24, 2017, and July 31, 2021, in Todd County, South Dakota, Paxton knowingly engaged in, and attempted to engage in, a sexual act with a child under the age of 12. The indictment further alleges that between May 29, 1988, and March 19, 1992, in Todd County, Paxton knowingly engaged in, and attempted to engage in, sexual acts or sexual contact with three other children, who were under the age of 12.
The maximum penalty upon conviction is up to life in federal prison and/or a $250,000 fine, up to life of supervised release, and $100 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund. Restitution may also be ordered.
The investigation is being conducted by the FBI.
Paxton was released on bond pending trial. A trial date has been set for December 13, 2022.
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