Judge Revoked Probation for Registered Sex Offender
The Fargo man was ordered back to custody after he was found hiding unauthorized electronic devices.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Sex Crimes
Judge Stephannie Stiel has revoked the probation of Eric Theodore Binney following allegations that he violated his release terms. Binney, a registered sex offender, was ordered to return to jail to complete his sentence.
Why it matters
The court took action after discovering that Binney had hidden prohibited electronic devices containing pornographic material. This revocation reinforces the strict compliance requirements imposed on registered sex offenders to ensure public safety.
Judge Stiel revoked probation on five felony counts at the Cass County Courthouse. Binney will serve approximately 10 months of remaining time after receiving credit for three years and two months already served.
The players
Eric Theodore Binney
He is a convicted sex offender who was ordered back to custody for violating his probation terms.
Stephannie Stiel
She is the judge at the Cass County Courthouse who presided over the revocation hearing.
The details
Prosecutors alleged that Binney hid two unauthorized electronic devices under his pillow that contained pornographic material. The court also cited a separate May violation involving an unreported cell phone as grounds for the revocation.
Timeline
November 2022: Binney pleaded guilty to the initial five felony charges.
May 2026: The offender allegedly committed a violation involving an unreported cell phone.
August 2026: Prosecutors filed a petition with the court to revoke the offender's probation.
September 23, 2026: Judge Stiel officially ordered the probation revoked at a hearing.
Legal Context
This case follows the state of North Dakota's sex offender registry compliance protocols regarding unauthorized technology use. It illustrates a firm judicial approach to enforcing supervision conditions for individuals convicted of sex crimes.
The return of a convicted sex offender to custody addresses community concerns regarding the oversight of high-risk individuals. Residents in the area remain protected by the continued enforcement of the lifetime registration requirement.
The takeaway
Registered sex offenders face rigorous monitoring of their digital activity and personal belongings as a standard term of release. Violations of these conditions often result in an immediate return to prison to complete the original sentence.
Further reading
For more information on legal proceedings, visit the Sex Crimes section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Valleynewslive.
