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Rapid City Woman Pleads Guilty to Marijuana Conspiracy
A 24-year-old woman from Rapid City, South Dakota has pleaded guilty to conspiring to distribute a controlled substance. Billi American Horse, age 24, of Rapid City, South Dakota appeared before Chief Judge Jeffrey L. Viken on March 11, 2013 and pled guilty to count II of a superseding indictment.
The charge relates to American Horse conspiring with others to distribute at least 100 kilograms or more of marijuana in South Dakota between October 2008 and May 2012. If convicted, she faces a minimum of 5 years up to 40 years’ imprisonment and/or a $5,000,000 fine.
The investigation was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Northern Plains Safe Trails Drug Enforcement Task Force, South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation, and Bureau of Indian Affairs. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Ted L. McBride.
A presentence investigation was ordered and a sentencing date was set for July 8, 2013. The defendant was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshal pending sentencing.
Billi American Horse, 24, of Rapid City, South Dakota, is facing up to 40 years in prison and a $5,000,000 fine for her role in a conspiracy to distribute at least 100 kilograms of marijuana in South Dakota between October 2008 and May 2012.
The case is a reminder of the ongoing battle against marijuana trafficking in South Dakota. The investigation involving multiple agencies highlights the need for continued cooperation and coordination in combating this type of crime.
Defendant: Billi American Horse
Crime: Conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance
City and State: Rapid City, South Dakota
Date: March 11, 2013
Sentence: Minimum of 5 years up to 40 years’ imprisonment and/or a $5,000,000 fine
dollar amount: $5,000,000
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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