Midland Man Pleads Guilty to 15 Felony Counts Involving CSAM

40-year-old Vincent Lasher sentenced to 10-12.5 years in prison as part of plea deal.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:49pm

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A 40-year-old Midland, Ohio man named Vincent Lasher has pled guilty to 15 felony counts out of 207 original charges related to child sexual abuse material (CSAM). As part of a plea agreement, the remaining counts were dismissed, and Lasher was sentenced to 10-12.5 years in prison.

Why it matters

Crimes involving the production and distribution of CSAM are considered extremely serious offenses that cause ongoing harm to the victims, even after the initial abuse. This case highlights the efforts of law enforcement and prosecutors to hold offenders accountable and protect vulnerable children.

The details

Lasher's offenses occurred between March and July 2024. After his release from prison, he will be placed under supervision and must register as a Tier II sex offender for the following 25 years, with in-person verification every 180 days.

  • Lasher's offenses occurred between March and July 2024.
  • Lasher was sentenced on March 31, 2026.

The players

Vincent Lasher

A 40-year-old man from Midland, Ohio who pled guilty to 15 felony counts related to child sexual abuse material.

Brian Shidaker

The Clinton County Prosecutor who stated that crimes involving CSAM are not victimless and cause ongoing harm to the children depicted.

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What they’re saying

“These crimes are not victimless. The children depicted are harmed when the material is created, and they are harmed again each time it is shared and viewed.”

— Brian Shidaker, Clinton County Prosecutor

The takeaway

This case serves as a sobering reminder of the serious and lasting impact of crimes involving child sexual abuse material, underscoring the importance of robust law enforcement efforts and strong penalties to protect vulnerable children and hold offenders accountable.