Rolla, ND, Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Sexual Abuse of a Minor

Fargo – Acting United States Attorney Jennifer Klemetsrud Puhl announced that Jace Fox, age 25, from Rolla, ND, appeared in United States District Court on April 4, 2025, and was sentenced by Chief Judge Peter Welte to serve 51 months in federal prison, followed by 20 years of supervised release.  Fox was also ordered to pay a $100 special assessment fee.

As reflected in court documents, in or about February 2022, Jane Doe submitted to a forensic interview during which time she disclosed that Fox sexually abused her when she was 13 years of age.  At the time of the conduct, Fox was 20 years of age.  During a subsequent investigation, other minors made similar disclosures about having been sexually abused by Fox.

Fox was later interviewed by the FBI in January 2023, during which he initially denied knowing Jane Doe.  Eventually, Fox admitted to knowing the victim, but he denied having sexually abused her.  Despite his denial, Fox plead guilty to the sexual abuse of Jane Doe on November 19, 2024.

"This was a despicable crime committed against one of the most vulnerable members of our community," said Special Agent in Charge Alvin M. Winston Sr. of FBI Minneapolis. "The FBI and our partners are fully committed to protecting children from abuse and ensuring those who exploit or harm them face justice swiftly."

This case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and prosecuted by the United States Attorney’s Office, District of North Dakota. 

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