SIOUX FALLS, SD – Charles Little Bear, Jr., 54, of Sioux Falls, is facing federal charges after allegedly failing to comply with sex offender registration requirements. The indictment, handed down by a federal grand jury on July 20, 2020, accuses Little Bear of deliberately skirting the law designed to protect the public.
According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Little Bear, a person required to register under the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act (SORNA), allegedly failed to register and update his registration between on or about July 19, 2019, and April 9, 2020. This isn’t a paperwork error; it’s a direct defiance of court-ordered obligations intended to ensure community safety.
Little Bear appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Veronica L. Duffy on September 2, 2020, entering a plea of not guilty to the Indictment. Despite the plea, the evidence suggests a pattern of non-compliance that federal authorities are taking seriously. The U.S. Marshals Service is leading the investigation, meticulously piecing together the details of Little Bear’s alleged failures.
If convicted, Little Bear faces a steep penalty: up to 10 years in federal prison, a fine of up to $250,000, a lifetime of supervised release, and a mandatory $100 contribution to the Federal Crime Victims Fund. Restitution may also be ordered by the court, further compounding the consequences of his alleged actions. This isn’t a slap on the wrist; it’s a serious attempt to hold him accountable.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Ann M. Hoffman is prosecuting the case, bringing the full weight of the federal government to bear. Following the court appearance, Little Bear was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service, awaiting a trial date that has not yet been set. He remains incarcerated as the legal process unfolds.
It’s crucial to remember that this indictment represents merely an accusation, and Little Bear is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. However, the charges are a stark reminder that failing to comply with sex offender registration laws has serious repercussions and is treated with the utmost gravity by law enforcement. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and report on any developments.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Sex Crimes
- Source: Official Source ↗
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