The Orange County Criminal Lawyer Blog
A now-former deputy in Oregon is facing many charges after allegedly creating pornography in his uniform in public places and uploading the content to the internet.
According to reports, in September, the authorities in Yamhill County received a call from someone claiming that a deputy from the Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office was displayed in pornographic content on the internet. The videos allegedly showed the man masturbating and doing sexual things in public places while he was wearing his uniform. He additionally allegedly pulled out his genitals in the sheriff’s office and proceeded to ejaculate into a bottle of water. It was reported that he was aware the person would drink the contents.
An investigation was opened, and it was discovered that there were pictures and videos on the app formerly known as Twitter, in addition to OnlyFans. It is believed that the activities had been going on since at least December 2022.
The former deputy, who was regarded as “highly respected,” is facing at least a dozen misdemeanor charges for the allegations including one count of first-degree official misconduct, five counts of second-degree official misconduct, two counts of second-degree disorderly conduct, public indecency inside a public building, and abuse of venerated objects.
After his arraignment hearing, the officer was booked at the Yamhill County Courthouse and then released on his own recognizance. He is barred from wearing any law enforcement insignia in public or online.
To prevent any possible conflicts of interest, the Benton County district attorney has taken the role of a special prosecutor.
According to reports, the next hearing is scheduled in January, and the suspect, who has a retained attorney, is expected to enter a plea.
He is no longer employed with the sheriff’s department.
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