Jason Hackett, Failure to Pay Child Support, South Dakota 2013

A Pierre man was brought to justice for his failure to pay child support, leaving a trail of unpaid debts and distress for his minor child.

Jason Hackett, a 36-year-old resident of Pierre, South Dakota, was found guilty of failure to pay child support. The conviction stems from nonpayment of past due child support obligations as ordered by the Sixth Judicial Circuit, Hughes County, South Dakota.

The investigation revealed that Hackett had resided in a different state than his minor child, from on or about May 1, 2012, and continuing to the present. During this time, he failed to pay past due support obligations, leaving his child with unpaid debts of $41,610.26.

Hackett's failure to meet his financial obligations has caused significant hardship for his child. The court's decision to sentence him to 5 years' unsupervised probation, restitution in the amount of $41,610.26, and a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund is a necessary step towards holding him accountable for his actions.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services conducted the investigation, which was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Troy R. Morley. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of meeting one's financial obligations, especially when it comes to child support.

In light of this case, it is essential to emphasize the consequences of failing to pay child support. Parents have a responsibility to provide for their children, and ignoring this duty can have severe consequences. The court's sentence in this case should serve as a warning to those who fail to meet their financial obligations.

The case of Jason Hackett serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of meeting one's financial obligations, particularly when it comes to child support. His sentence is a reminder that the law will hold individuals accountable for their actions, and the consequences of failing to pay child support can be severe.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-sd/pr/pierre-man-sentenced-failure-pay-child-support