Albert Spotted Bear, Failure to Register as Sex Offender, South Dakota 2013

State: South Dakota
Category: Sex Crimes
Source: <a href="https://www.justice.gov/usao-sd/pr/eagle-butte-man-charged-failure-register-sex-offender-2" style="color:#cc0000;" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">DOJ Press Release ÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â‚¬Â Ã¢â‚¬â€

Eagle Butte Man Charged with Failure to Register as Sex Offender

Albert Spotted Bear, a 55-year-old man from Eagle Butte, South Dakota, has been indicted by a federal grand jury for failure to register as a sex offender. This serious crime carries a maximum penalty of 10 years of imprisonment, a $250,000 fine, or both.

According to the indictment, Spotted Bear appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Mark A. Moreno on February 20, 2013, and pled not guilty to the charge. The investigation into this case is being conducted by the U.S. Marshals Service and the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Meghan N. Dilges is prosecuting the case, which is still in its early stages. Spotted Bear was released on bond pending trial, and a trial date has not been set.

The charge of failure to register as a sex offender is a serious one, and it’s essential that those who have been convicted of such crimes take their registration obligations seriously. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of compliance with sex offender registration laws.

The indictment also notes that restitution and a $100 special assessment may be ordered if Spotted Bear is convicted. The charge is merely an accusation, and Spotted Bear is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

As this case continues to unfold, it will be closely watched by law enforcement and the community. The public’s safety is of the utmost importance, and those who fail to comply with sex offender registration laws will be held accountable.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.

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