BOISE, Idaho – William Walls, 52, was found guilty by a federal jury in Boise of three counts of attempted sexual exploitation of a child, according to an announcement made Friday by the U.S. Attorney Justin Whatcott.
The trial began on May 12, and concluded with guilty verdicts on May 14.
Testimony and evidence presented at trial revealed that Walls used his cellphone to covertly record three female children in the bathroom of his apartment. These recordings captured one of the children showering as well as the other two children changing clothes.
The charges could result in a minimum of 15 years to life in federal prison.
Sentencing is scheduled for July 31, 2025, before Senior U.S. District Judge B. Lynn Winmill at the federal courthouse in Boise.
Along with imprisonment, Walls could face a fine of up to $250,000 and a supervised release for five years to life. He will also be required to register as a sex offender.
