Charlee Spotted Tail, a 21-year-old woman from Parmelee, South Dakota, has been indicted by a federal grand jury for a heinous crime. According to reports, Spotted Tail, allegedly abused, exposed, tortured, tormented, and cruelly punished a child who had not attained the age of seven years old on or about March 11, 2016.
The maximum penalty upon conviction is up to 15 years in custody and/or a $30,000 fine, 3 years of supervised release, and $100 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund. Restitution may also be ordered.
The Indictment alleges that on or about March 11, 2016, Spotted Tail committed the offense of Child Abuse.
Spotted Tail was indicted on October 12, 2016, and appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Mark A. Moreno on February 22, 2017. At the hearing, Spotted Tail pled not guilty to the Indictment.
The investigation is being conducted by the Rosebud Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services. Assistant U.S. Attorney Kirk Albertson is prosecuting the case.
Spotted Tail was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service pending trial. A trial date has not been set.
The charge is merely an accusation and Spotted Tail is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
Spotted Tail’s case has sent shockwaves throughout the community, highlighting the importance of protecting vulnerable children from abuse and neglect.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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