Sioux Falls Man Gets 20 Years for Child Pornography

SIOUX FALLS – In a disturbing case of child exploitation, Marc Jones, a 30-year-old Sioux Falls man, was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for possession of child pornography.

U.S. District Judge Karen E. Schreier handed down the sentence on May 6, 2024, as part of a deal that also includes five years of supervised release and a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund.

Jones was ordered to register as a sex offender upon his release from federal prison. The conviction stems from an incident on March 23, 2023, when Jones possessed images of child pornography on his cell phone, featuring minor females exiting a shower without their knowledge.

This is not Jones’ first brush with the law. In 2014, he was convicted of 4th Degree Rape in South Dakota. The latest conviction has sparked outrage, with many calling for stricter punishments for those who exploit children.

The case was investigated by the Sioux Falls Police Department and Homeland Security Investigations, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeffrey C. Clapper leading the prosecution. Jones was immediately remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service.

As the nation grapples with the issue of child exploitation, this case serves as a stark reminder of the need for vigilance and accountability. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this story and provide updates as more information becomes available.

The harsh realities of this case are a sobering reminder that child predators will be brought to justice, and the Grimy Times will be there to report on it.