Former Rockland Corrections Officer Sentenced for Child Pornography

Daniel Dworkin pleaded guilty to 64 counts of promoting and possessing child sexual performances

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A former Rockland County Corrections Officer, Daniel Dworkin, has been sentenced to 1-3 years in prison for uploading images and videos depicting sexual performances by children under 17 years old on his Google Drive account between February and June 2024. The investigation began with a CyberTipline report from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and was conducted by the Rockland County District Attorney's ICAC Task Force and Special Victims Unit.

Why it matters

The case highlights the ongoing efforts to crack down on the distribution and possession of child pornography, which continues to be a major problem. Dworkin's position as a corrections officer also raises concerns about the abuse of public trust, as he was entrusted to uphold the law but instead engaged in criminal behavior that exploited vulnerable children.

The details

Dworkin, a 45-year-old from Valley Cottage, NY, pleaded guilty in September to 64 counts of promoting a sexual performance by a child and 64 counts of possessing a sexual performance by a child. The investigation culminated in the execution of search warrants on Dworkin's internet accounts, electronic devices, home and place of work. In addition to the prison sentence, Dworkin was ordered to pay a $1,000 fine and will be required to register as a sex offender after his release.

  • The investigation began with a CyberTipline report from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children that was referred to the Rockland County District Attorney's Office in February 2024.
  • Between February 21, 2024, and June 19, 2024, Dworkin uploaded the illegal images and videos to his Google Drive account.

The players

Daniel Dworkin

A 45-year-old former Rockland County Corrections Officer who pleaded guilty to 64 counts of promoting a sexual performance by a child and 64 counts of possessing a sexual performance by a child.

Thomas E. Walsh II

The Rockland County District Attorney who announced Dworkin's sentencing.

Gerard M. Damiani III

The Supervising Assistant District Attorney in the Special Victims Unit who prosecuted the case.

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

The organization that filed the initial CyberTipline report that led to the investigation.

Rockland County District Attorney's ICAC Task Force and Special Victims Unit

The law enforcement agencies that conducted the investigation, with assistance from the Clarkstown Police Department and Homeland Security Investigations.

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What they’re saying

“Every time this material is viewed, children are victimized again and again. We must protect our children.”

— Thomas E. Walsh II, Rockland County District Attorney (patch.com)

What’s next

The judge will determine whether Dworkin will be allowed out on bail while he awaits the start of his prison sentence.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing battle against the exploitation of children through child pornography, even by those in positions of public trust. It underscores the need for continued vigilance and strong law enforcement action to protect the most vulnerable members of society.