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Former Glee star Mark Salling has been indicted on child pornography charges in Los Angeles.
The US Attorney's Office announced Friday (May 27) that it would be charging the 33-year-old Texas native with receiving and possessing child pornography.
If convicted, he could face between five and 20 years behind bars.
US Attorney Eileen M. Decker said Friday: "Those who download and possess child pornography create a market that causes more children to be harmed.
"Young victims are harmed every time an image is generated, every time it is distributed, and every time it is viewed."
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The actor is expected to surrender to police for an arraignment on June 3.
Mark Salling has not yet publicly responded to today's federal indictment. Digital Spy has reached out to the actor's representatives for comment.
Salling was arrested back in December when the Los Angeles Police Department Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Unit conducted a search of his property.
He is best known for playing football player-turned-singer Puck in the hit Fox series Glee.
Salling's other notable credits include Walker, Texas Ranger and Children of the Corn IV: The Gathering.
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