(Kenosha County Sheriff)
KENOSHA, Wis. — A Racine man accused of repeatedly molesting a young girl has been arrested twice since being released from custody earlier this year—despite facing five Class B felonies that could put him behind bars for over 200 years.
Initial Charges and $50,000 Bail
Dominique McGee, 37, was charged on July 14, 2023, with three counts of first-degree sexual assault of a child under 12, two counts of first-degree sexual contact with a child under 13, and one count of attempted sexual contact with a child under 13. The alleged crimes occurred between 2015 and 2017, when the victim—his girlfriend’s daughter—was as young as 8 years old.
McGee is accused of inappropriate touching and forcing the child into contact with him on multiple occasions. Commissioner William Michel II set bail at $50,000 cash. McGee posted bond and was released.
Prosecutor Resigns, Leaving Case Hanging
After McGee demanded a speedy trial on July 31, 2024, the case stalled when Assistant District Attorney Alexandra Smathers resigned in protest over internal office issues. Her departure left the case in limbo, with no replacement prosecutor immediately assigned.
Smathers’ resignation, without ensuring the transition of the high-stakes child abuse case, was viewed by many as reckless and unprofessional. Her actions delayed justice and allowed the defense to exploit the state’s disarray.
(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)
Judge Rossell Frees McGee, Shocks Victim’s Family
On February 3, 2025, District Attorney Xavier Solis asked Judge Jason Rossell for a routine amendment to the criminal information—a document that provides general timelines for alleged crimes. Rossell not only denied the request but went a step further, ordering McGee released from custody entirely.
That decision horrified the victim’s family, who were blindsided by the judge’s leniency. Rossell has consistently ruled in favor of the defense throughout the case, often overruling or denying motions by the District Attorney’s Office.
Two New Arrests Since Release
McGee’s release proved to be a dangerous miscalculation.
- On August 31, 2025, McGee fled from a traffic stop involving expired plates. After a short foot chase, he was arrested and charged with felony bail jumping and obstructing an officer. Despite his pending child sexual assault charges, he was given just $1,000 cash bail.
- On September 3, 2025, McGee was charged again—this time with four counts of felony bail jumping with repeater enhancers for repeatedly violating a no-contact order. According to prosecutors, McGee sent multiple Snapchat friend requests to the child’s mother using a verified account linked to his phone number and IP address. He manipulated Snapchat’s blocking feature to repeatedly send notifications, despite her refusal to engage.
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Commissioner Michel set bail at $10,000 cash in the new case.
Trial Date Set, But Public Confidence Wavers
McGee’s trial is now set for November 10, 2025, more than two years after the original charges were filed. Public confidence in the system has taken a hit. Critics say that between Smathers’ resignation and Rossell’s repeated pro-defendant rulings, the case has become a symbol of systemic failure.
McGee currently faces over 240 years in prison if convicted on all charges. For now, he remains behind bars—but only after being given multiple opportunities to reoffend.
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6 Responses
What is wrong with judge Rossell, can’t he see this guy is a career criminal! I’m so disappointed in this liberal judge! I feel bad for the victim and her family.
Piece of sh*t, hope he finds street justice.
Are you referring to the judge or the defendant?
Sounds like an informant!
Make tar and feathering judges great again