George A. Buss: The Sex Offender Next Door

April 1, 2026 - A 65-year-old man. A 16-year-old victim.

A felony case involving child exploitation that was prepared for trialโ€”complete with subpoenas, witnesses, and scheduled court dates.

But the trial never happened.

Instead, the case was resolved through a plea agreement, resulting in a sentence centered on probation and limited jail time.

Now, years later, that same individual is back in courtโ€”facing a new felony charge.

Court records outline what happened step by step.
The timeline raises larger questions about how these cases are resolvedโ€”and what accountability looks like in practice.

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