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20 Years in Prison: Orlando Man Sentenced for Child Sexual Abuse Material

Orlando man sentenced to 20 years for transporting child sexual abuse material after guilty plea.

September 18, 2025, 5:33 PM

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Executive Summary

Matthew Anthony Inman, 40, was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for the transportation of child sexual abuse material (CSAM).

Inman received and downloaded CSAM, and later communicated his intent to sexually abuse a 9-year-old child to an undercover officer, subsequently receiving additional CSAM videos.

The FBI identified Inman, who attempted to obstruct justice during his arrest, and the case was prosecuted under the U.S. Department of Justice’s Project Safe Childhood initiative.

Laws and Precedent

Matthew Anthony Inman was sentenced to federal prison for the transportation of child sexual abuse material (CSAM), a crime prosecuted under federal law, likely 18 U.S.C. § 2252A, which addresses child pornography offenses. This case falls under the U.S. Department of Justice’s Project Safe Childhood initiative, a nationwide effort focused on the aggressive investigation and prosecution of child sexual exploitation and abuse.

Orlando, FL – Matthew Anthony Inman, a 40-year-old resident of Orlando, has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for the transportation of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). U.S. District Judge Wendy W. Berger imposed the significant sentence following Inman’s guilty plea on June 5, 2025, to charges stemming from his involvement in receiving and transmitting illicit images and expressing intent to abuse a child.

Details of the Offense

Between August and October 2024, Inman engaged in illicit activities, receiving, downloading, and saving multiple videos of CSAM to his phone. These materials depicted adult males sexually assaulting young boys.

His criminal conduct escalated in October 2024 when he traveled to Las Vegas. While there, Inman communicated online with an undercover officer who was posing as the father of a 9-year-old boy. Using an encrypted messaging service, Inman explicitly stated his intent to sodomize the child and requested pictures and videos, subsequently receiving seven CSAM videos in return.

Investigation and Arrest

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) successfully identified Inman as the user of the encrypted messaging service. This identification led to the issuance of a search warrant for his electronic devices and residence.

During the execution of the search warrant, Inman attempted to obstruct justice by deleting evidence and hiding in his attic. These efforts were unsuccessful, and he was apprehended.

Project Safe Childhood Initiative

This case was a result of an investigation conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Assistant United States Attorney Richard Varadan prosecuted the case, which falls under the umbrella of Project Safe Childhood.

Project Safe Childhood is a nationwide initiative spearheaded by the U.S. Department of Justice. Its primary objective is to combat child sexual exploitation and abuse through aggressive investigation and prosecution of offenders.

The 20-year federal prison sentence underscores the severe legal consequences for individuals involved in the transportation and distribution of child sexual abuse material. It reflects the ongoing commitment of federal authorities to protect children from exploitation and bring perpetrators to justice.