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WEST FARGO, N.D. (AP) — The reigning North Dakota teacher of the year who is accused of a child sex crime remains free on a $10,000 personal recognizance bond.
KFGO radio reports that Aaron Knodel made his first appearance in court on Friday in Fargo.
Knodel is accused of having sexual contact with a 17-year-old female student more than five years ago. He faces five counts of felony corruption or solicitation of a minor.
The West Fargo High School teacher was suspended from his job last month without pay and benefits. He had been on paid administrative leave since February, when the school first learned of the allegations against him.
Defense attorney Robert Hoy has said that Knodel is not guilty and passed a lie-detector test.
Knodel's next court appearance is slated for Oct. 2.
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Information from: KFGO-AM, http://www.kfgo.com
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