A Las Vegas judge, Christy Craig, has paused the prosecution of two 15-year-old boys, Vaughn Griffith and Dominic Kim, from the elite Alexander Dawson School in Summerlin, Nevada, who are accused of participating in a sexual assault during a school trip to Costa Rica in April 2025. The judge's decision comes as the Nevada Supreme Court reviews whether the boys can be tried as adults, a critical issue given the serious nature of the charges they face, including possession of child sexual abuse material and child abuse. Griffith is accused of filming a graphic assault involving a classmate and posting it on social media, while Kim allegedly threatened other students to prevent them from reporting the incident.

The prosecution is complicated by jurisdictional limitations, as the alleged rape occurred overseas, restricting charges to those related to the videos. Both boys have been granted bail under strict conditions, and the case remains on hold until the Supreme Court's ruling. The victim's attorney expressed confidence in the justice system, while the Alexander Dawson School has acknowledged the serious allegations and cooperated with law enforcement. This case highlights significant legal and ethical issues surrounding juvenile justice and accountability.