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Gainesville Man Pleads Guilty in Child Porn Case | Gainesville News
A Gainesville man, Robert Lee Johnson, 39, pleaded guilty to producing child pornography after recording a 14-year-old minor in 2020—and threatening to post the videos online. Authorities found explicit footage on his phone, confirming the abuse. U.S. Attorney John P. Heekin condemned Johnson’s actions, praising law enforcement for securing the conviction. Johnson now faces up to 30 years per count, plus lifetime sex offender registration. Sentencing is scheduled for September 1 at 11:30 AM—a stark warning of accountability for child exploitation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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