Clearwater County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Jamie Lee Jerome, of Naytahwaush, Minnesota, is now facing six felony counts of criminal sexual conduct following a disturbing investigation involving a female child victim.
According to court documents, the incidents allegedly occurred during 2024. In a forensic interview, the child disclosed multiple instances of sexual acts committed by Jerome.
Jerome has been charged with:
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Three counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct
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Three counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct
Each first-degree charge carries a maximum penalty of 30 years in prison under Minnesota law. These charges represent some of the most serious offenses in the state’s criminal code.
The case is being prosecuted in Clearwater County District Court, and Jerome remains in custody as legal proceedings move forward.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
Did you know?
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First-degree criminal sexual conduct typically involves penetration and a child victim under age 13 or someone with a significant power imbalance.
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Minnesota law mandates lifetime registration as a sex offender for convictions of certain degrees of sexual conduct.