U.S. Attorney's Office Activity: An Insight into the United States Department of Justice

Official Government Websites and Recent Criminal Cases in Wyoming

Introduction

Official government websites are crucial in providing accurate and reliable information to the public. These websites are owned and operated by the federal, state, or local government organizations in the United States. To ensure the safety and confidentiality of the information exchanged, secure government websites use HTTPS. The government holds responsibility for prosecuting criminal cases as presented in recent cases in Wyoming.

Criminal Cases in Wyoming

Alyssa Bury’s Case

In the recent criminal case of Alyssa Bury, a 31-year-old resident of Spearfish, South Dakota, was sentenced to 33 months in prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. According to court documents, she was found hiding in a black truck parked in an alleyway, and officers discovered methamphetamine, a digital scale, several unused plastic baggies, and other controlled substances. The FBI, Cheyenne Police Department, and Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation cooperated to investigate this case, and Assistant U.S. Attorney Z. Seth Griswold prosecuted the case in court.

Louis Whiteplume’s Case

Louis Whiteplume, a 51-year-old resident of Ethete, Wyoming, was sentenced to time served for failing to register as a sex offender. According to the court records, he failed to register with the Wind River Sex Offender Registration & Notification Act office personnel and the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, violating a court order. Assistant U.S. Attorney Timothy W. Gist prosecuted the case.

Jorge Sanudo Zavala’s Case

Jorge Sanudo Zavala, a 43-year-old resident of Sinaloa, Mexico, was sentenced to 21 months in prison for illegal re-entry of a previously deported alien into the United States. During a traffic stop in Johnson County, Wyoming, he was arrested for speeding and not having a driver’s license. The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement verified that Sanuda Zavala had been previously deported and was in the United States illegally. Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael J. Elmore prosecuted the case, and Senior U.S. District Court Judge Nancy D. Freudenthal imposed the sentence.

Official Government Programs

Environmental Justice

The Office of the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Wyoming is dedicated to ensuring environmental justice for all people in the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies. The fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, or income are fundamental principles of environmental justice.

Project Safe Childhood

Project Safe Childhood is a DOJ initiative that combats the proliferation of technology-facilitated sexual exploitation crimes against children. This initiative aims to protect children by investigating and prosecuting child sexual offenders, identifying and rescuing victims, and educating the public about the dangers of online child sexual exploitation.

Project Safe Neighborhoods

Project Safe Neighborhoods is a national program that seeks to reduce gun and gang violence in America by networking local programs that target gun crime and providing them with additional tools to be successful. The program aims to build partnerships between law enforcement officers and the community to address gun and gang violence and improve public safety.

Victim Witness Assistance

The Victim Witness Coordinator for the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Wyoming is dedicated to ensuring that victims of federal crimes and their family members are treated with compassion, fairness, and respect. The coordinator provides support and information to victims and their families during the criminal justice process, including court appearances, trials, and sentencing.

Conclusion

Government websites play a vital role in providing accurate and reliable information to the public while ensuring the safety and confidentiality of the information exchanged. The Office of the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Wyoming is committed to representing the federal government in litigation involving the United States, including criminal prosecutions for violations of federal law. The government’s efforts in recent criminal cases exemplify the commitment to protect public safety and upholding the rule of law.

Originally Post From https://www.justice.gov/usao-wy/pr/activity-us-attorneys-office-11

U.S. Attorney’s Office Activity: An Insight into the United States Department of Justice