Chris Ortloff, an ex-assemblyman and parole board member for New York State, was arrested and charged with sexual crimes, including possession of child porn. On October 13, 2008, police apprehended Ortloff in a motel room during a sting operation in Plattsburgh, New York. He was placed in detention at the Albany County Jail.NYP: Upstate Pol Busted for Kiddie Porn (October 14, 2008) Newsday: NY parole board member faces fed charges (October 14, 2008)

Authorities say Ortloff could be charged with breaking both state and federal laws. The police seized a computer allegedly used to arrange meetings with underaged children, as well as sex-related items police say belong to the suspect. Ortloff will appear in federal court on October 14, 2008.NYP: Upstate Pol Busted for Kiddie Porn (October 14, 2008)

• New York Post: Upstate Pol Busted for Kiddie Porn (October 14, 2008)