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Kyle Woman Pleads Guilty to Marijuana Conspiracy
A 37-year-old woman from Kyle, South Dakota, has pleaded guilty to conspiring with others to distribute at least 100 kilograms of marijuana in the state between 2008 and 2012.
Stephanie Standing Soldier appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Veronica L. Duffy on April 30, 2013, and admitted to her role in the conspiracy.
The investigation into Standing Soldier and her co-conspirators was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Northern Plains Safe Trails Drug Enforcement Task Force, South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation, and the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of Justice Services.
Assistant United States Attorney Ted L. McBride is prosecuting the case, which now awaits acceptance of Standing Soldier’s plea and sentencing.
Standing Soldier was released on bond pending acceptance of this plea and sentencing. If convicted, she faces a minimum of 5 years up to 40 years’ imprisonment and/or a $5,000,000 fine.
The case highlights the ongoing issue of marijuana trafficking in South Dakota, with law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to bring those responsible to justice.
As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen how Standing Soldier’s plea will impact her co-conspirators and the larger network of individuals involved in the conspiracy.
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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