La Porte County deputies are turning to the public as they search for Reuben C. Carder Jr., a convicted sex offender now wanted on fresh felony warrants. The sheriff's office says the warrants, issued Friday, accuse Carder of failing to register and failing to return to his reporting jurisdiction, and investigators are asking anyone with information to contact them.
Warrants And Description
A Facebook notice from the La Porte County Sheriff's Office says arrest warrants were issued Friday for Carder. The post lists "failure to register (prior)" as a Level 5 felony and "failure to return" as a Level 6 felony. It also provides a brief physical description, including Carder's listed height of 5'10".
How To Report A Tip
The same La Porte County Sheriff's Office post asks anyone who knows where Carder is to call or text 219-727-0570. The notice also stresses that arrests and criminal charges are accusations, not findings of guilt, and that every person is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. Deputies note the alert is part of their ongoing fugitive outreach efforts.
What The Charges Mean Under Indiana Law
Indiana classifies felonies by level. According to the Indiana Judicial Branch, a Level 5 felony can carry a potential sentence of one to six years, while a Level 6 felony typically ranges from six months to two-and-a-half years under state sentencing guidelines.
Registry And Local Enforcement
County sheriffs handle local sex and violent offender registries. The La Porte County Sheriff's Office notes that it uses a centralized system to monitor registrations and compliance. The sheriff's website also provides tools for checking registered offenders and for sending in tips about possible violations.
What We Know And What Comes Next
At the time of publication, the Facebook alert appears to be the main public notice about the warrants for Carder. We did not find a separate sheriff's press release or court filing with further details. Anyone looking for official case records can search the court system through La Porte County's court services portal.
