Joseph Morrisette, Child Abuse, South Dakota 2013
Child Abuse Case Ends with Sentencing in Parmelee
A Parmelee, South Dakota, man has been sentenced for his role in a child abuse case. Joseph Morrisette, age 43, was convicted of child abuse after an incident at his home on July 9, 2013. While babysitting several children, Morrisette struck one of the children and gave the child a black eye while intoxicated.
The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Rosebud Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services. Assistant U.S. Attorney Tim Maher prosecuted the case.
Morrisette was indicted by a federal grand jury on August 21, 2013 and pleaded guilty on September 16, 2013. On November 26, 2013, he was sentenced to 9 months of custody, 18 months of supervised release, and a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund.
Morrisette was immediately turned over to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service.
The case highlights the importance of protecting children from abuse. Child abuse can have long-lasting effects on a child's physical and mental health.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Rosebud Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services worked together to investigate the case and bring it to justice.
In addition to the sentence, Morrisette will also have to pay a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund. This fund provides compensation to victims of federal crimes.
Morrisette's conviction is a reminder that child abuse will not be tolerated in our society. We must work together to protect children and hold perpetrators accountable for their actions.
Defendant Information:
Defendant: Joseph Morrisette
Charges: Child Abuse
City and State: Parmelee, South Dakota
Date: July 9, 2013 (crime date), August 21, 2013 (indictment), September 16, 2013 (guilty plea), November 26, 2013 (sentencing)
Sentence: 9 months of custody, 18 months of supervised release, and a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-sd/pr/parmelee-man-sentence-child-abuse