A Palm Coast man has been charged with distributing, receiving, and possessing child sexual abuse material, according to a recent indictment.
Jonathan Albert Carter, 44, of Palm Coast, was indicted on one count of distribution, two counts of receiving, and one count of possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM).
If convicted on all counts, Carter faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 5 years, up to 20 years, in federal prison for each of the distribution and receipt charges, and up to 20 years’ imprisonment, for the possession of CSAM.
According to the indictment, on or about August 13, 2021, Carter knowingly distributed CSAM. On or about December 12, 2022, and on or about November 19, 2023, Carter knowingly received CSAM, and on or about January 4, 2023, Carter possessed CSAM that depicted a minor who had not yet attained 12 years of age.
An indictment is merely a formal charge that a defendant has committed one or more violations of federal criminal law, and every defendant is presumed innocent unless, and until, proven guilty.
This case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and will be prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Kaley Austin-Aronson.
This case was brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative launched in May 2006 to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse.
Carter, a Palm Coast resident, will face federal charges for his alleged crimes. The investigation is ongoing, and more information will be released as it becomes available.
The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.
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Key Facts
- State: Florida
- Category: Sex Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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