Harvey LaPointe, a 62-year-old man from Mission, South Dakota, is facing serious allegations after being indicted for Larceny by a federal grand jury.
According to sources, LaPointe was indicted on February 13, 2013, and appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Mark A. Moreno on February 27, 2013, where he pled not guilty to the indictment.
The maximum penalty for conviction is up to 5 years in custody, a $250,000 fine, or both; 3 years of supervised release; and a $100 Special Assessment. Restitution may also be ordered.
The investigation into LaPointe’s alleged crimes is being conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Rosebud Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services. Assistant U.S. Attorney Marie H. Ruettgers is prosecuting the case.
LaPointe was released on bond pending trial, and a trial date has not yet been set. The charge is merely an accusation, and LaPointe is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
The case against LaPointe is a serious one, and the potential consequences of a conviction are severe. The people of South Dakota deserve to know the truth behind these allegations, and we will continue to follow this story as it develops.
LaPointe’s alleged crimes have sent shockwaves through the community, and many are calling for justice to be served. The people of South Dakota will be watching this case closely, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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