A 23-year-old Soldier Creek man has been sentenced to 34 months in prison for the sex abuse of a minor in South Dakota, according to the United States Attorney Ron Parsons.
Rylan Alton Joel Black Lance was sentenced on May 22, 2018, by U.S. District Judge Roberto A. Lange. In addition to his prison sentence, Black Lance was also ordered to serve 5 years of supervised release and pay a special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund in the amount of $100.
Black Lance was indicted by a federal grand jury on November 14, 2017, and pleaded guilty on March 7, 2018. According to the court documents, on August 5, 2017, Black Lance invited a 15-year-old girl to his residence in Soldier Creek, provided her with alcohol and marijuana, and engaged in sexual intercourse with her.
It was alleged that Black Lance was aware that the victim was under the age of 16 and therefore unable to consent to any sexual activity with him. The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Rosebud Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services. Assistant U.S. Attorney Kirk Albertson prosecuted the case.
Black Lance was immediately turned over to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service. This case serves as a stark reminder of the serious consequences faced by individuals who commit sex crimes against minors.
The investigation and prosecution of this case are a testament to the dedication and hard work of law enforcement agencies and prosecutors who work tirelessly to ensure justice is served.
Rylan Alton Joel Black Lance’s conviction is a victory for the victim and a reminder that sex crimes will be taken seriously and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
The Grimy Times will continue to provide coverage of this and other cases as they unfold.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Sex Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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