Woman charged with exploitation of a child is registered as a male democrat in florida

Woman charged with exploitation of a child is registered as a male Democrat in Florida

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May 29, 2025

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. — Police say a North Charleston “woman” was arrested Wednesday on a charge of second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor following the execution of a search warrant at her home, according to the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office.

Jillian Johnell Maxner, 43, was taken into custody at her residence in the 3300 block of Stonybrook Road on May 28 after investigators served a warrant connected to an active investigation involving child exploitation material.

Authorities said Maxner was charged with one count of sexual exploitation of a minor in the second degree, a felony offense under South Carolina law that involves knowingly distributing, possessing, or manufacturing child sexual abuse material.

While the police identified Maxner as a woman, ‘her’ voting record in Florida identifies her as a white/Hispanic male, and a registered member of the Democrat party.

Following her arrest, Maxner was booked at the Sheriff Al Cannon Detention Center, where she remains pending a bond hearing. Officials have not released further details regarding the ongoing investigation.

According to the sheriff’s office, the arrest followed standard procedure with the affidavit outlining the basis for the charge. No additional suspects have been named at this time.

Investigation remains ongoing

Second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor in South Carolina carries significant penalties, including potential prison time and mandatory registration on the sex offender registry upon conviction.

“The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office arrested Jillian Johnell Maxner, 43, of North Charleston, on Wednesday, May 28,” the agency confirmed in its statement released Thursday.

Authorities have not indicated whether additional charges are expected or if further evidence was recovered during the search of Maxner’s property.

Investigators have not disclosed how the alleged materials were discovered or if they were reported by a third party.

A Charleston County judge is expected to determine Maxner’s bond in the coming days.

The sheriff’s office continues its investigation into the case involving child exploitation charges in North Charleston.

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