Former New Mexico student doctor pleads guilty to federal child pornography charges
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A former student doctor in New Mexico pleaded guilty to federal charges of producing and possessing child sexual abuse material.
According to court documents, Kevin Weiss, 28, admitted to producing an image of child sexual abuse material of a minor under age 18 by employing, using, persuading, inducing, enticing, or coercing that minor. Weiss also admitted he possessed other child sexual abuse material, including some showing very young children.
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In 2024, police said they received an anonymous tip about Weiss suggesting he was involved in sexual activities, including children.
Weiss faces a minimum of 15 years in prison and not more than 50 years, followed by a minimum of five years and up to a term of life of supervised release, according to the Department of Justice.
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