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SAWYER, N.D. (AP) — The superintendent and high school principal in Sawyer accused of felony sex crimes involving a 15-year-old boy has pleaded not guilty.
Fifty-year-old Charles Soper pleaded not guilty on Thursday to human trafficking, corruption or solicitation of minors and luring minors by computer. He could face life in prison without parole if convicted.
Police allege Soper developed a sexual relationship with the boy last fall and that it continued into this spring, when the boy disclosed details to officers. Investigators seized computers from Soper's home.
A judge earlier set bond at $250,000.
Sawyer School Board President Cody Roteliuk has said that Soper has been placed on administrative leave.
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