Brandon Cody Sabol, Distribution of Child Pornography, West Virginia 2021

Child Pornography Charges Filed Against Martinsburg Man

MARTINSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA – A Martinsburg man is facing serious child pornography charges after a federal grand jury indicted him in May 2021, announced Acting United States Attorney Randolph J. Bernard.

Brandon Cody Sabol, 32, was charged with one count of “Distribution of Child Pornography” and one count of “Possession of Child Pornography.” According to the indictment, Sabol distributed child pornography in May 2020 in Berkeley County. He is also accused of having an image of child pornography containing a child under the age of 12 in October 2020 in Berkeley County.

The distribution charge carries a sentence of at least five years and up to 20 years of incarceration, along with a fine of up to $250,000. The possession charge also carries a sentence of up to 20 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $250,000. Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, the actual sentence imposed will be based upon the seriousness of the offenses and the prior criminal history, if any, of the defendant.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Kimberley L. Crockett is prosecuting the case on behalf of the government. The West Virginia State Police investigated.

An indictment is merely an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Child pornography is a serious crime that can have devastating consequences for victims. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.

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