Justin Zane Gobert Sentenced to Prison for Sexually Abusing Minor

A federal judge in Great Falls, Montana, has sentenced a 38-year-old man to four years in prison for sexually abusing a minor girl on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation.

According to Acting U.S. Attorney Leif Johnson, Justin Zane Gobert was convicted of abusive sexual contact in a one-day bench trial held on September 22, 2020. The judge allowed Gobert to self-surrender.

The prosecution stated that Gobert sexually abused a minor girl, who was under the age of 12, in June 2017. The abuse occurred in a residence on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Kalah Paisley prosecuted the case, which was investigated by the FBI and Blackfeet Law Enforcement Services.

As part of his sentence, Gobert will also serve six years of supervised release after completing his prison term.

This case is a stark reminder of the importance of protecting our children from sexual abuse and exploitation. We commend the bravery of the victim and her family for coming forward and seeking justice.

The investigation and prosecution of this case were a collaborative effort between the FBI and the Blackfeet Law Enforcement Services. We appreciate their dedication and hard work in bringing Gobert to justice.

Great Falls, Montana – A 38-year-old man has been sentenced to four years in prison for sexually abusing a minor girl on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation.

Gobert’s exact sentence was four years in prison and six years of supervised release, according to Acting U.S. Attorney Leif Johnson.

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