Dan Sutton

This article is about the politician. For the baseball player, see Don Sutton.

Dan Sutton
Member of the South Dakota Senate from the 8th district
In office 2001–2008
Personal details
Born	(1970-08-04) August 4, 1970 (age 54) Flandreau, South Dakota
Political party	Democratic
Spouse	Mary Beth
Residence	Flandreau, South Dakota
Alma mater	Northern State University
Occupation	Insurance

Daniel D. Sutton (born August 4, 1970) was a Democratic member of the South Dakota Senate, representing the 8th district from 2001 through 2008. During his time in the state senate, he served as Minority Whip. Sutton was a member of the South Dakota House of Representatives from 1999 through 2000.

Sexual abuse allegations

In 2007, Sutton was sued for sexually abusing an 18-year-old legislative page.[1][2] The case was settled with no money being paid to the person.

References

1. Brokaw, Chet (1 October 2007). "Lawmaker sued for alleged groping of a male legislative page". Rapid City Journal Media Group. Retrieved 3 June 2020.
2. Hetland, Cara (21 January 2007). "South Dakota Senate takes action against Sen. Sutton". MPR News. Retrieved 3 June 2020.

• Ellis, Jonathan (13 March 2020). "'I don't want anyone else to get hurt': Former state senator, mayoral candidate accused of sexual abuse". Argus Leader. Retrieved 6 June 2020.

External links

• South Dakota Legislature - Dan Sutton official SD Senate website
• Dan Sutton at South Dakota Legislator Historical Listing
• Project Vote Smart - Senator Dan Sutton (SD) profile
• Follow the Money - Dan Sutton
  • 2006 2004 2002 2000 campaign contributions