(9-2-23) Dakota Wilges (28) of Wapakoneta was arrested by Mercer County Sheriff’s Deputies this week after a Mercer County Grand Jury indicted him on a 3rd degree felony charge of gross sexual imposition.

What is the sentence for gross sexual imposition in Ohio?

Gross sexual imposition can be charged as either a third- or fourth-degree felony. A conviction for a third-degree felony carries a maximum prison sentence of 18 months, while a fourth-degree felony is punishable by a prison term of up to five years.

The indictment (below) says Wilges had sexual contact earlier on or about January 1st, 2023 with a a minor who was less than 13 years old. Wilges is being held in the Mercer County Adult Detention Centeron a $75,000 bond (10%).

Wilges is is due back in Mercer County Common Pleas Court on September 8th at 9am.