U.S. Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that Daniel Nelson Shuler, 59, of Corsicana, Texas, was sentenced Tuesday by United States District Judge Joseph F. Leeson Jr. to 15 years’ imprisonment and 10 years of probation.

A $100 special assessment was charged for using a minor to produce child pornography in November and December of 2022.

In January 2024, Shuler was charged in a one-count information with production of child pornography. On Feb. 27, 2024, Shuler pleaded guilty to the charge and admitted engaging in sexually explicit communications with a minor victim residing in the Lehigh Valley region, during which he caused her to produce images and videos depicting sexually explicit conduct, and also sent the victim sexually explicit images and videos of himself.

“Shuler manipulated and sexually exploited a child, and did so deliberately,” said U.S. Attorney Romero. “Today’s sentence holds him accountable for this reprehensible violation and keeps him from seeking out and victimizing other young girls. The wellbeing of our children is an absolute priority for this office and our law enforcement partners.”

“The cooperation between HSI and the US Attorney’s office continues to serve the American public by enabling time sensitive investigations and deliberate prosecutions of the criminals who harm our children,” said Acting Special Agent in Charge of HSI Philadelphia Sara Bay. “The protection of our most vulnerable citizens is at the heart of our core mission and values.”