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Dakota R. Niles of North Platte was arrested Tuesday afternoon and charged with five counts of sexual assault on a teenage girl.

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The investigation began Monday, when Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office received a report alleged sexual assault on a 14-year-old girl.

The alleged victim was taken to the Bridge of Hope Child Advocacy Center Tuesday for a forensic interview. She told investigators that she had sexual intercourse with Niles on at least five separate occasions, according to Lincoln County Sheriff's statement.

The girl said the first assault occurred last spring and the most recent was last Saturday. She said Niles, 21, was fully aware of her age, the sheriff said.

The investigation is ongoing and additional charges may follow, the sheriff said.


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There should be updates on how many charges get dropped....how many left? Dos? Ah well keep us updated Bulletin!
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Posted by LuckyLu    - 10/19/2012 10:21:02 PM
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No-one has proven he did anything with this girl! Dates are not correct that she has given, and there is reasonable doubt that she is not being honest! So of course with this information, I will believe Koty! The history of honesty from the girl appears to be "tainted", and doesn't seem to have improved over time. I feel very sad for her, that the difference between love and sex have been tainted by whatever has happened in her life, and hope that one day she will learn that difference. I apologize for the anger outburst earlier. When you know something others don't, it is extremely hard to not be frustrated by posts!
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Posted by upandgone    - 10/15/2012 11:54:12 PM
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scrappers thank u for saying what I have been trying to make a point of "SHE IS NOT old enough to consent" and from the stand point of a male I am sorry for what the male race did to you,,
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Posted by big red fan    - 10/13/2012 8:40:12 PM
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The legal age of consent in Nebraska is 17, this girl, NO matter how provocative she dresses or if she is where she shouldn't be. SHE IS NOT old enough to consent. Good for her for having the nerve to come forward. I was having sex with older men at 14 probably because I was molested as a child. Maybe this little girl can get some counseling and learn to respect herself enough to say no. By the way two of the older men that I slept with at 14 have been in this very paper for still having sex and molesting CHILDREN between the ages of 12 and 16 and these men are now in their 50s.
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Posted by scrappers7    - 10/13/2012 6:16:37 PM
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any one else besides me see a pattern here?
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Posted by big red fan    - 10/12/2012 8:38:39 PM
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this is another comment about the older brother ..... some of these under aged girls PAINT UP like a HOOKER then LIE about their ages & go after OLDER GUYS!! get real---just HOW MANY guys is going to say "PROOF OF AGE PLEASE" when the HORMONES ARE RAGING BETWEEN the BOTH of them?? Need a new motto out here--"Get your kids spayed or nuetered" along with your pets. Posted by mississipi_blueyes - 6/7/2011 4:55:06 PM
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Posted by big red fan    - 10/12/2012 8:36:44 PM
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You are right Big Red Fan. She is just a child and he knew better. Its very shocking when women come in here defending this sort of thing. I suspect they have been raped/sexually assaulted too and have never really dealt with it or healed their wounds from it. They are insensitive to victims like this 14 year old because they are just as insensitive to themselves. You or I can't make them take an honest look. We can continue to look out for victims and be a strong voice for them.
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Posted by jdawg    - 10/12/2012 8:08:09 PM
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I cant believe all the people sticking up for him .. the 14 year old is still just a CHILD its wrong no matter how u look at it
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Posted by big red fan    - 10/12/2012 6:17:55 PM
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Whats wrong with the 14 yr old? My guess is that she got PO'd at the guy and all of a sudden he is blasted with "sexual assult". I'm SURE if he was "well aware" of HER AGE..then SHE was "well aware of HIS AGE" also. I'm not condoning the actions..but I have to also ask..WHY DID IT TAKE FIVE TIMES of sexual contact with him?? Girls like this should also get more than a slap on the wrist. Can't tell me she "DIDN"T KNOW WHAT SHE WAS DOING" If she is that STUPID to not know then she best KEEP HER PANTS UP AND LEGS CLOSED!!!!!
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Posted by mississipi_blueyes    - 10/12/2012 5:57:14 PM
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I happen to know both of the them brf so you say what you want...the girl is still sleeping with older men...why don't she turn them in huh?? I believe that Dakota is innocent and she's just turned him in to get herself out of trouble because she got caught doing something illegal!! you don't see charges being brought against her for a B&E do ya?? Nope...sure don't. I'm not a pedo and I don't take kindly to being called one. I was 14 once doing the same crap this lil girl is doing. And guess what I sent someone to prison too...for actual rape, but still got others in trouble when I reported the actual rape. Luckily I kept my mouth shut and never gave names but the evil man who did rape me is still behind bars. Judge all you want and say what you want but you'll never understand unless you know both sides to every story.
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Posted by huskermom    - 10/12/2012 2:07:36 PM
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my God****
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Posted by big red fan    - 10/12/2012 12:42:53 PM
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my Gog 14 is still a CHILD ,,I dont care how they dress or look u still cant have sex with them .. every one of u sticking up for the adult in here sounds like a flippin pedo
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Posted by big red fan    - 10/12/2012 12:42:27 PM
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I don't know either of the participants in this event, however it seems to be more and more prelevant where you hear this kind of story. Its a fact that girls mature faster than boys and sometimes a 14 year old girl is more mature than a 19 year old boy. Rape makes it sound like a girl was attacked in a back alley in the dark and brutally assaulted. In cases like these I think there needs to be a charge of "Sex with a minor" or something like that which doesn't indicate an assault or it being forcible. If they had sex 5 times, serious doubts arise that it was a "rape". I am not saying it's ok for anyone to have sex with a young girl, but I also don't believe there is cause to ruin a young man's life for being a boy. And at 19, that's really what he is, a boy. (I just realized he is 21) which changes it somewhat, however the context of my message still stands for some of the other stories I've read. And for the mothers and fathers of 14 year old girls. You might look twice at them before they go to school, go bowling, go to the mall. The revealing clothing they wear is not what most of society deems acceptable for a 14 year old. Make up so heavy you can't tell what they really look like, tops so low they are show more clevage than most 34 year old women show. Its a 2way street in a lot of cases. Again, don't know these two and moreso this is just a general post.
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Posted by gerald    - 10/12/2012 10:47:33 AM
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and this is old talk back from a year ago explains the reason I mentioned that his older brother got arrested: (it's about his older brother) "I wish the reporter for the Bulletin would get all the facts correct. Mr. Niles was convicted of a Class II felony, not 1st degree, the young girl was going on 15, not 13 when she got pregnant, and Mr. Niles was 19. As for a having a "long history of associating with underage girls and plying them with alcohol”, his attorney objected to that and clearly stated there was nothing to support the claim. Until meeting this young woman, most of his girlfriends were his age or older. I also know them both and competely agree with Scooter. The young lady in questions plays a major role in her child's life and is doing a wonderful job! Mr. Niles has had as much contact as possible and is very open about having a child and wanting to straighten himself out so he can have an active role in it's life. The young mother was very brave in her statements to the authorities. She could very well have blamed Mr. Niles for everything, but she didn't...she chose the truth. He, in turn, refused to let anyone lay any blame on her! The whole situation is an extremely sad one, and casting blame only causes more pain. Haven't they both been through enough? One thing for sure is, this small child is not to blame for the circumstances of his birth and should have the chance to know BOTH of his parents. I also wish them the best and offer my support...100%." Posted by grandma to12 - 6­9­2011 9:32:46 PM
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Posted by big red fan    - 10/11/2012 6:37:33 PM
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In accordance with the FBI definition, statutory rape is characterized as non-forcible sexual intercourse with a person who is younger than the statutory age of consent. The actual ages for these laws vary greatly from state-to-state, as do the punishments for offenders. Many states do not use the actual term "statutory rape," simply calling it rape or unlawful sexual penetration among a variety of other titles. These laws rarely apply only to intercourse, but rather to any type of sexual contact.
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Posted by big red fan    - 10/11/2012 6:26:59 PM
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Are you people kidding me???? There is a reason 18 is the cut off line between an adult and a CHILD!!!!!!! Kids do these things. ADULTS ARE EXPECTED TO KNOW BETTER!!!!! RAPE is the key word here. Maybe he should have checked her driver's license that she does not have because she is ONLY 14!!!! People who jump on victims, who more than likely have been taken advantage of multiple times before ( or they wouldn't be acting out ), are as PATHETIC as the PERP!!
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Posted by jdawg    - 10/11/2012 3:14:32 PM
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U know I think it should be a crime to be under age and sleep with an adult this goes on too much it should go both ways especially if the girl lies about her age
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Posted by neverforget    - 10/11/2012 1:25:30 PM
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It is not OKAY is what I meant to say. And yes it is rape although I feel both parties should be held accountable for their actions.
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Posted by simplysaying    - 10/11/2012 8:04:16 AM
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Hey, Did anyone else notice that Clemente Carrizales got off on misdemeanor charges after assisting in an "alleged" brutal rape followed by an attack on 13 yr old, which set him on FIRE? Oh no sorry you are all to busy debating how horrible this guys family is/was. An whether or not consentual sex with a 14 year old girl is rape. (Which by the way IT IS NOT!)Odd.
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Posted by simplysaying    - 10/11/2012 8:02:51 AM
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I don't know if you have looked at most young lady's these days i have seen quite a few 12 yr olds that i mistook for high school kids not defending any one or condoning any thing but some kids its hard to tell for sure
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Posted by Flat Rock franny    - 10/10/2012 7:48:18 PM
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If ya'll don't know the story don't sit there and act like a child so you can part of a discussion and act like ya'll know what ya'll talkin about. I happen know...and plus if ya'll know ya'll would go look at her and his fb pages...her's is full of provocative pictures!! She has already been discredited on at least 3 of the 5 so called "assaults" because he had an alibi...Something smells fishy there don't it?! I wouldn't be surprised in a few weeks she'll be arrested for false reporting and be sent away. She went around school again today bragging how she put him and jail and her so called friends turned on her. They know if it did happen it wasn't by any means rape. Granted he's older and should have known better IF anything ever happened...which I HIGHLY DOUBT happened. So check your facts...I have!
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Posted by huskermom    - 10/10/2012 7:36:31 PM
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There are many promiscuous girls these days. Hell, there were in MY day! I suppose the question of the day is "did Koty know her age?" Then again, she had to know what she was doing was wrong, 'cuz it took 5 TIMES to do something? I smell a fish here & I I don't know if there will be a happy ending for any of this. Dakota, praying for you & all who have been touched by this...
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Posted by 1coolmom    - 10/10/2012 7:23:44 PM
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witness...wow...I feel this issue may be very personal for you. It kinda is for me, as well... I think the world of Koty. Did he mess up? I guess if he has a lawyer worth his salt, we will find out. I will continue to pray for him. I don't exactly know how to interpret this, so will wait for law enforcement & pray they don't just look the other way, where he's concerned. Sad situation...
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Posted by 1coolmom    - 10/10/2012 7:17:38 PM
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THIS IS WELL PLANNED AND THERE IS NO DOUBT THIS OFFENDER KNEW WHAT HE WAS DOING.
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Posted by witness    - 10/10/2012 6:52:18 PM
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DeeBee is right. There was a new term out in a dept. I worked in out of state. It's called "Peer Rape". An older person of consenting age knows that to a minor boy or girl that they may be a peer, a person that they think has it all together. They see them with there other friends, partying, playing, spending time together doing whatever. The minute these perverts, which they are for wanting sex with a CHILD, see an opening, maybe a loss of the victims close family member or friend, or just trouble at home or school, they attack! Give as much attention as they can so the child will trust them completely. When it doesn't happen in this fassion then it's the time to try the Party Plan.
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Posted by witness    - 10/10/2012 6:50:24 PM
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npborngirl, I am praying that your post isn't saying some old slob took advantage of you at 14. Maybe you should speak to teenage girls about "peer rape."
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Posted by witness    - 10/10/2012 6:41:29 PM
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1coolmom, good point. I also wonder if the "victim" swears he knew her age, she admits she knew it was wrong and should be counseled as should her parents. If he did know throw the book at him.
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Posted by witness    - 10/10/2012 6:37:32 PM
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OTHER THAN THE MOMENTARY "PLEASURE OF THE ACT" WHAT IT SO GREAT ABOUT A SEX WITH A 14 YEAR OLD, I REMEMBER 14, IT WASN'T THAT GREAT OF AN AGE, ESPECIALLY COMPARED 22
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Posted by npborngirl    - 10/10/2012 12:26:26 PM
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On a side note, He was not living in NP last spring. He was living out of town, and working out of town.And on the Saturday in question, was with his long-time girlfriend, and extended family the ENTIRE night. I find it completely sickening that anyone can be arrested without law enforcement "Investigating" (which in case someone is confused) is their job! also facebook offered some very nice pics and video's of a 14 year old being a "child" as you have put it. Amazing the truths you find when you open your "rose colored glasses" and look.
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Posted by upandgone    - 10/10/2012 8:01:41 AM
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I agree with you 100% npgal!
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Posted by huskermom    - 10/10/2012 7:48:50 AM
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As I stated.. this little thing called taste, with a tablespoon of compassion seperates some of us from others.
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Posted by upandgone    - 10/10/2012 7:45:38 AM
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say what u have to I have nothing to hide
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Posted by big red fan    - 10/10/2012 7:41:35 AM
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It discusts me how many young girls are crying rape after they swneak out of thier homes and go party and then cry rape.5 times? why not call authorities after first time it happened? When is the state gonna start filing charges on these parents who dont know where their young girls and boys are in the middle of the night?
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Posted by npgal    - 10/10/2012 7:41:09 AM
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big red fan- The term clean and sober is in reference to drug of choice.. Alcohol was never an issue. If you knew her as well as you let off, you would know this. And on that note, I do know who you are, and I also know that MANY things could be said toward your character as well. It's just that some of us have this thing called taste!
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Posted by upandgone    - 10/10/2012 7:23:07 AM
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Rule #3 in talkback...I agree not to use the names of individuals or businesses not mentioned in this story. So why are people even mentioning names of the mother and brother? Get a life. I myself come from a family of people who have done wrong...And yes I myself used to live in that kind of lifestyle also, but I am now a full time business woman and a hard working mother whos kids are greatly involved in school and sports activites...Just because people come from a "bad" family does not give anyone the right to judge them or slander their name. In my opinion, I am living a better and healthier lifestyle than most of my peers. And I came from a broken home with parents that are felons and have drug charges. But on a different note, in my opinion...At age 14, when you are out drinking and hanging out with older guys and making the decision to have sex...Why should the older guy be the only one held responsible. When I was 14 I was more than capable of making my own decisions and capable of telling someone no. But if she had intercourse with him on numerous occasions, shouldnt that say something about her behavior also? I am not saying what he did was ok, because him being the older more mature one, he should not have crossed those boundaries. But when you have teenagers out drinking and hanging out with older guys, there is a fine line on both ends that should not be crossed but is on a lot of occasions.
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Posted by WorkinGirl    - 10/10/2012 5:55:00 AM
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As I understand this 14 year old isn't as innocent as she claims to be. Additional charges may be filed...yes against a bunch of other older boys/gentlemen as well. Her running around school telling everyone how fun it is and bragging about who she's slept with at 14. HORRIBLE! The mother should be ashamed! She's probably going to loose all of her kids being this 14 year old was sneaking out on 2 of the accounts. I'm not blaming it all on the girl. Yes, Dakota should have known better but I do happen to know alcohol was involved on every occasion. And what does his family who doesn't even live in North Platte anymore have to do with this??? NOTHING! He has been on his own for 3 years so brf get your "Facts" straight.
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Posted by huskermom    - 10/10/2012 5:13:47 AM
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grandma ur bring the name of the family in here more than anyone else.. ur rose colored glasses might be having a hard time seeing north platte from sargent
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Posted by big red fan    - 10/10/2012 5:05:39 AM
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clean and sober for 8 years??? lmao it was maybe 2 or 3 years ago I seen the mom drinking in a bar so dont go clean and sober on that one...
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Posted by big red fan    - 10/10/2012 1:12:22 AM
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All hateful/hurtful posts aside, I care a great deal about Dakota. I sincerely hope this will turn out better than expected.
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Posted by 1coolmom    - 10/9/2012 10:39:45 PM
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Again, his family is not the subject of the article DeeBee.
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Posted by grandma to12    - 10/9/2012 10:34:03 PM
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: unlawful sexual activity and usually sexual intercourse carried out forcibly or under threat of injury against the will usually of a female or with a person who is beneath a certain age or incapable of valid consent — compare sexual assault, statutory rape
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Posted by DeeBee    - 10/9/2012 10:17:39 PM
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hey Granny you better get your facts straight if you think his mother has 8 yrs C&S. And yea I'd say a 21 yr. old having sex with a 14 yr. old is not only physical rape but mental rape as well.
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Posted by DeeBee    - 10/9/2012 10:15:00 PM
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upandgone...probably the most intelligent post of the evening. Thank You...
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Posted by 1coolmom    - 10/9/2012 9:12:40 PM
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I agree with you upandgone. The family...especially the younger children...do not need hurt any more than they have been!!
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Posted by grandma to12    - 10/9/2012 9:08:01 PM
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I am so tired of the past being dredged up every time. All that does IS hurt the kids involved! I have not met a perfect person yet.. For the love of GOD, let the other crap go.
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Posted by upandgone    - 10/9/2012 9:00:20 PM
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My family isn't the subject of the article...it's about Dakota Niles, not anyone else.
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Posted by grandma to12    - 10/9/2012 8:57:28 PM
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Here's another thought, Grandma... what about the mistakes you've made in YOUR life?
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Posted by 1coolmom    - 10/9/2012 8:53:26 PM
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Oh, Grandma...could you step outside your little world long enough to stop making excuses for Amy & the chaos she's caused? Hell, yeah...I've made mistakes with my kid. The difference between the 2 of us is that I will admit it, while you adamantly defend that which you shouldn't. Say what you will about me...I don't care. Yup, my kid is serving time, pining away for some communication from C. Ain't gonna happen, is it? You are all apparently too busy to make sure C has contact with the only man who ever cared enough about him to keep in touch. Is B perfect? NO... how about your Daughter? LMAO!!
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Posted by 1coolmom    - 10/9/2012 8:47:56 PM
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What happened to "innocent until proven guilty"? His brother is serving time...that much is true. His mother has almost 8 yrs clean and sober and paid her debt to society. How does her past conviction enter into this? Yes, he has younger siblings, who are excellent students and very likable, respectful young people who know the mistakes made by Joe and their mother and respect and love them both for the lives they live now. Joe has a beautiful child and, in my belief, no child is a mistake. Maybe, BRF, you and 1coolmom need to look at the mistakes made in your own lives before pointing any fingers. "He without sin may cast the first stone."
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Posted by grandma to12    - 10/9/2012 8:23:34 PM
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I agree, BRF. Sad...& there are still younger children. I pray good things for them, I steadfastly believe there are 2 of the 3 who will rise above this derailmennt.
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Posted by 1coolmom    - 10/9/2012 7:55:41 PM
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the "train wreck" is more like entire railroad destroyed
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Posted by big red fan    - 10/9/2012 7:42:33 PM
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Owww...rape is such a harsh word. Is that what sexual assault is? I mean, it doesn't say it was forcible & not that I'm condoning this action, I just get confused by the legalize. I do happen to know Dakota, 'tho haven't seen him for quite some time. I don't believe he's following in his Brother's footsteps. He has always been more responsible than Joe ever thought of being. This girl said they had sexual intercourse 5 times. If it were rape, why did it take 5 times to bring it to the attention of authorities? Again, not condoning the actions, but wondering why it took so long to decide she had been violated? Kody's immediate family has been & will most likely always be a train wreck. No excuse for his actions, & I hope he will rise above the drama that hovers over his "family".
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Posted by 1coolmom    - 10/9/2012 7:27:09 PM
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Maybe you should withhold judgement big red fan. It says ACCUSED. It is law to arrest first and ask questions later in rape cases, ANY rape case. It would probably be a little hard for this to happen with this little liar when he wasn't with her! She knows it too.
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Posted by LuckyLu    - 10/9/2012 5:11:25 PM
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must run in the family his older brother is in the state pen for the same thing..and mother is a convicted felon for drugs
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