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Controversy Over Teen's Arrest and Sentencing in Oklahoma Sex Assault Case

A newly released police body cam video shows the arrest of 17-year-old Jesse Butler in Stillwater, Oklahoma, linked to a violent sex assault case. Butler, who pleaded no contest to charges including attempted first-degree rape, sexual battery, and strangulation, received a fully suspended 78-year sentence under Oklahoma’s youthful-offender law, allowing him to remain free if he complies with court-mandated rehabilitation. Victims’ families have expressed outrage, criticizing the justice system for failing to secure prison time for Butler. The video depicts a calm arrest process, with Butler’s mother present and supportive. Court records reveal emotional victim impact statements detailing lasting trauma. The case has sparked public backlash, with some officials and community members calling for review of the sentencing decision, emphasizing the severity of the crimes despite the legal protections afforded to Butler due to his age at the time of the offenses.

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