Phillip Running, a 32-year-old man from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, was found not guilty of Failure to Register as a Sex Offender, a federal crime, in a federal jury trial held in Pierre, South Dakota, on May 2, 2019.
The investigation was conducted by the U.S. Marshals Service, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office prosecuted the case. The charge alleged that between December 14, 2018, and December 20, 2018, Running failed to register and update his registration as a sex offender.
Phillip Running was indicted by a federal grand jury on February 13, 2019. He was charged with Failure to Register as a Sex Offender, a federal crime that carries severe penalties for those convicted.
According to the indictment, Running, a person required to register under the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act, failed to register and update his registration as a sex offender by reason of conviction under law.
The not guilty verdict was delivered by a federal jury in Pierre, South Dakota, on May 2, 2019, following a trial that began mid-morning and concluded in the afternoon of the same day.
Phillip Running’s acquittal means that he will not face any penalties for his alleged failure to register as a sex offender. The outcome of the trial is a significant development in the case, and it highlights the complexity of federal sex offender registration laws.
As a result of the acquittal, Phillip Running is currently a free man, and he will not be subject to any penalties for his alleged failure to register as a sex offender. The acquittal is a significant outcome in the case, and it underscores the importance of following federal sex offender registration laws.
The acquittal of Phillip Running serves as a reminder that federal sex offender registration laws are complex and carry severe penalties for those who fail to comply. The case highlights the need for individuals to carefully follow these laws to avoid penalties and consequences.
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Sex Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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