April 21, 2025 – Attorney General Lynn Fitch has announced the recent sentencing of Britton Butler of Madison, Mississippi. Butler pleaded guilty to two counts of possession of child exploitation material. This case initiated from several Cybertips and was investigated and prosecuted by the Attorney General’s Office.
“My office will continue to hold those who exploit and prey on Mississippi’s children accountable,” said Attorney General Lynn Fitch. “Together, we can make Mississippi a safer place for everyone. But we need your help. If you suspect a child is being exploited or abused, please report it to my office. Your tip could save a life.”
Britton Butler
On April 16, Madison County Circuit Court Judge Dewey Arthur sentenced Butler to 40 years in the custody of MDOC with eight years to serve day for day without the possibility of parole and five years of supervised probation. He was ordered to pay $1,000 assessment to the Mississippi Children’s Trust Fund, a $1,000 assessment to the Mississippi Crime Victim Compensation Fund, $1,000 to the Victims of Human Trafficking and Commercial Sexual Exploitation Fund. Butler will also have to register as a sex offender upon release.
