Andrew Hazelton, Child Pornography Possession, Maine 2024

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A Portland man pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography, a federal crime that carries severe penalties.

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Andrew Hazelton, 28, pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography in federal court, Acting U.S. Attorney Donald E. Clark announced.

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On April 29, investigators with the FBI executed search warrants for Hazelton’s residence and person. They found a Samsung smartphone in his pants pocket that contained dozens of video files depicting minors engaging in sexually explicit conduct.

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Hazelton’s smartphone contained a folder with video files of minors, some of whom were prepubescent, engaging in sexually explicit conduct. This is a serious crime that can have severe consequences.

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Hazelton faces a maximum of 20 years in prison, a $250,000 fine, and a term of supervised release of at least five years and up to life. He will be sentenced after the completion of a presentence investigation report by the U.S. Probation Office.

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The FBI investigated the case, which was brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse.

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The case highlights the importance of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat child sexual exploitation and abuse. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, please visit www.justice.gov/psc.

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Hazelton’s guilty plea is a significant step in holding him accountable for his actions. He will now face the consequences of his crime and will be required to register as a sex offender.

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