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Cousins Convicted of Incest
In a shocking case of family ties turned taboo, two first cousins from La Plant, South Dakota, have been convicted of incest. Nicholas Ray White Eagle, 26, and Fawn Lynn Scott, 20, appeared before U.S. District Judge Roberto A. Lange and pleaded guilty to the indictment charging them with incest.
The indictment alleged that on or about April 10, 2011, White Eagle and Scott had consensual sexual intercourse that produced a child with a genetic disability. At the time of the alleged sexual intercourse, the pair was not legally married and was within the degrees of consanguinity with each other, making a marriage void.
The investigation was conducted by the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services. Assistant U.S. Attorney Mikal Hanson is prosecuting the case. A presentence investigation has been ordered, and a sentencing date has been set for November 18, 2013.
White Eagle and Scott were released to third-party custodians pending sentencing. If convicted, they face a maximum penalty of 5 years in custody, a $250,000 fine, or both; 3 years of supervised release; and a $100 assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund.
The case has sparked heated debate about the consequences of consanguineous relationships and the importance of adhering to genetic guidelines. While some argue that individuals should be free to make their own choices regarding romantic relationships, others believe that such relationships pose significant risks to the health and well-being of offspring.
As the case moves forward, residents of La Plant and beyond are left to ponder the complexities of family relationships and the strict rules governing consanguinity. The repercussions of this decision will undoubtedly have far-reaching consequences for White Eagle and Scott, as well as their loved ones.
The sentencing of White Eagle and Scott on November 18, 2013, will mark a critical juncture in this unusual case. As the community awaits the outcome, they are left to grapple with the intricacies of family dynamics and the blurred lines between love and taboo.
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Sex Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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