(KNZA)--A Topeka man facing multiple child sex-related charges in Jackson County has entered into a plea agreement.

According to court documents, Thomas Hett pleaded guilty May 9th in Jackson County District Court to charges contained in an amended complaint of sexual exploitation of a child and possession of methamphetamine.

In exchange for the plea, 8 additional counts were dismissed.

Sentencing was set for July 11th.

Hett was originally charged with 10 counts of sexual exploitation of a child for alleged offenses occurring between May 17 and July 12 of last year involving a child under the age of 18.

The charges were filed following an investigation by the Jackson County Sheriff's Office, with the assistance of the Hiawatha Police Department.

Hett remains free on bond.