Oklahoma teen accused of assault unbound, DA demands federal review

An Oklahoma teenager charged with multiple felonies related to the sexual assault of two high school girls saw his case dismissed after completing a court-approved rehabilitation plan under youthful offender provisions. Jesse Butler, who was 17 at the time of the allegations, pleaded no contest to 11 counts and was placed under supervision rather than sent to prison; his case was dismissed after he turned 19 and completed the program. The final hearing included contentious accusations from the defense about Butler’s innocence, with prosecutors stating they cannot pursue further charges due to double jeopardy and will refer the case to federal authorities for review.

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