Lawton man sentenced to 30 years in prison for child pornography

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - A Lawton man has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for aiding and abetting in the production of child pornography and possession of child pornography.

According to the United States Department of Justice, between August 2023 and April 2024, 35-year-old Christopher Buxton encouraged others to produce child pornography and possessed child pornography. Public records show that Buxton had a large collection and also distributed child pornography.

“Securing justice for vulnerable child victims, and holding child predators accountable, remains an unwavering priority for my office and the Justice Department,” said U.S. Attorney Robert J. Troester.

Buxton was charged on December 26, 2024, with aiding and abetting in the production of child pornography and possessing child pornography. He later pleaded guilty on January 7, 2025 to the offenses.

Officials say Buxton was sentenced on July 18, 2025, to serve 360 months in federal prison, followed by a lifetime term of supervised release. He was also ordered to pay $41,500 in restitution.

“This 30-year sentence sends a clear and uncompromising message that such heinous crimes will be met with the full force of the law. I commend the relentless efforts of law enforcement and prosecutors who stand firm in protecting our children from the threat posed by this defendant.” Troester added.