LaPorte Man Sentenced To 87 Months Imprisonment For Child Pornography
In a disturbing case of child exploitation, Justin C. Pratt, 34, of LaPorte, Indiana was sentenced to 87 months of imprisonment for receiving child pornography, a federal crime that shocks the conscience of our community.
According to court documents, between April 2014 and July 2015, Pratt used his cell phone to download child pornography images and videos from the internet, a reprehensible act that warrants severe punishment.
On [no specific date mentioned], Pratt appeared before District Court Judge Jon E. DeGuilio, who handed down the sentence. As part of his sentence, Pratt was also ordered to pay $5000 in restitution to the victims.
Assistant U.S. Attorney John M. Maciejczyk handled the case, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation conducted the investigation.
Pratt’s crimes are a stark reminder of the ongoing threat of child exploitation and the importance of holding perpetrators accountable. This sentence serves as a warning to those who would seek to exploit and harm our children.
The case against Pratt is a testament to the dedication and perseverance of law enforcement agencies in Indiana and their efforts to protect our communities from the scourge of child pornography.
Justin C. Pratt, 34, of LaPorte, Indiana, was sentenced to 87 months of imprisonment, 5 years of supervised release, and ordered to pay $5000 in restitution for receiving child pornography. The exact dates of the crime are between April 2014 and July 2015. This case is a disturbing reminder of the ongoing threat of child exploitation and the need for severe punishment for those who commit such crimes.
Key Facts
- State: Indiana
- Category: Sex Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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