Theophile Donald Soft, Jr., Abusive Sexual Contact with a Child, South Dakota 2021

South Dakota Man Indicted for Abusive Sexual Contact with a Child

A 60-year-old McLaughlin man has been charged with a serious crime. Theophile Donald Soft, Jr. faces a federal indictment for Abusive Sexual Contact with a Child.

The indictment alleges that between April 2013 and April 2015, in Corson County, South Dakota, Soft knowingly engaged in, and caused to engage in, a sexual contact with a minor female.

The maximum penalty upon conviction is up to life in federal prison and/or a $250,000 fine, a lifetime of supervised release, and $100 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund. Restitution may also be ordered.

The charge is merely an accusation and Soft is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

Soft was released on bond pending trial. A trial date has not been set.

The investigation is being conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of Justice Services. Assistant U.S. Attorney Cameron J. Cook is prosecuting the case.

Defendant Information:

Defendant Name: Theophile Donald Soft, Jr.

Criminal Charges: Abusive Sexual Contact with a Child

City and State: McLaughlin, South Dakota

Crime Date: Between April 2013 and April 2015

Sentence or Outcome: Released on bond pending trial

Dollar Amounts: Up to $250,000 fine, $100 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund

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