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Archegos's Bill Hwang sentenced to 18 years in prison for massive US fraud

Bill Hwang was sentenced to 18 years for causing $10bn losses through fraud and market manipulation at Archegos Capital.
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Convicted Serial Fraudster Flees Santa Clara County Before Sentencing

Dennis Fountaine, a convicted fraudster, fled sentencing and is sought after for defrauding investors and manipulating identities as a tech inventor.

Worker embezzled $750K, spent it on 'lavish' family vacations, California officials say

A woman embezzled $750,000 for lavish expenses and was sentenced to prison, demonstrating the consequence of financial fraud.

Man fraudulently used 50,000 Covid loan to help pay 72m court fees

A man was jailed for 18 months after fraudulently obtaining a 50,000 Covid loan intended for businesses.

N.H. woman sentenced to 30 months in prison for stealing nearly $500K from employer

A former office administrator was sentenced to 30 months in prison for stealing nearly $500,000 from her employer through unauthorized purchases and fraudulent activities.

Brookline woman gets jail time for embezzling $2.5 million from Takeda

A Brookline woman was sentenced for defrauding Takeda Pharmaceutical of over $2.5 million through fake consulting invoices.

Convicted Serial Fraudster Flees Santa Clara County Before Sentencing

Dennis Fountaine, a convicted fraudster, fled sentencing and is sought after for defrauding investors and manipulating identities as a tech inventor.

Worker embezzled $750K, spent it on 'lavish' family vacations, California officials say

A woman embezzled $750,000 for lavish expenses and was sentenced to prison, demonstrating the consequence of financial fraud.

Man fraudulently used 50,000 Covid loan to help pay 72m court fees

A man was jailed for 18 months after fraudulently obtaining a 50,000 Covid loan intended for businesses.

N.H. woman sentenced to 30 months in prison for stealing nearly $500K from employer

A former office administrator was sentenced to 30 months in prison for stealing nearly $500,000 from her employer through unauthorized purchases and fraudulent activities.

Brookline woman gets jail time for embezzling $2.5 million from Takeda

A Brookline woman was sentenced for defrauding Takeda Pharmaceutical of over $2.5 million through fake consulting invoices.
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Martha Stewart, insider trading, and political ambition

Martha Stewart's legal battles reflect the harsh scrutiny and consequences powerful figures can face for white-collar crimes.

Michael Cohen Has Been Fine Dining All Over NYC Before His Prison Sentence Begins

Cohen indulges in extravagant meals before serving his prison sentence, creating lasting memories juxtaposed against a life-changing incarceration.
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Wealthy socialite 'laundered 200m of crime cash'

A wealthy socialite is accused of leading a £200 million money laundering operation involving gold dealers and organized crime.

Brooklyn jury convicts business owner for yearslong 'illegal check-cashing operation'

A business owner in Brooklyn has been convicted of running an illegal check-cashing operation using his family business as a front.
The operation involved depositing over $55 million into shell accounts for personal use, leading to charges including bank fraud and money laundering.

Wealthy socialite 'laundered 200m of crime cash'

A wealthy socialite is accused of leading a £200 million money laundering operation involving gold dealers and organized crime.

Brooklyn jury convicts business owner for yearslong 'illegal check-cashing operation'

A business owner in Brooklyn has been convicted of running an illegal check-cashing operation using his family business as a front.
The operation involved depositing over $55 million into shell accounts for personal use, leading to charges including bank fraud and money laundering.
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Opinion | The Case Kamala Harris Can't Stop Prosecuting

Kamala Harris aims to redefine the prosecutor role in her presidential campaign, focusing on white-collar crime to address economic issues.

The illegal maneuvers the rich use to get richer

Wealthy individuals often evade taxes and engage in illegal activities to increase their wealth with little concern for legal consequences.
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The Scariest Threat of a Second Trump Term

Trump's pardons function to reintegrate loyalists and maintain power, influencing political dynamics and the rule of law.

White Collar Crime in the Crusades - Medievalists.net

White-collar crimes like bribery and tax evasion were pervasive in the crusader states, thriving on unspoken social norms and corruption.

The Scariest Threat of a Second Trump Term

Trump's pardons function to reintegrate loyalists and maintain power, influencing political dynamics and the rule of law.

White Collar Crime in the Crusades - Medievalists.net

White-collar crimes like bribery and tax evasion were pervasive in the crusader states, thriving on unspoken social norms and corruption.
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Trump Businesses and Campaign Gave 9 Witnesses Significant Financial Benefits

Financial benefits given to witnesses in criminal cases against Trump raise concerns about potential witness tampering.

If Trump's Conviction Lands Him in Prison, the Secret Service Goes Too

Former President Donald Trump's felony conviction raises the possibility of a former U.S. President serving jail time.

Trump Businesses and Campaign Gave 9 Witnesses Significant Financial Benefits

Financial benefits given to witnesses in criminal cases against Trump raise concerns about potential witness tampering.

If Trump's Conviction Lands Him in Prison, the Secret Service Goes Too

Former President Donald Trump's felony conviction raises the possibility of a former U.S. President serving jail time.
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What Penalties Could Trump Face if He Is Convicted?

If Trump is convicted, Justice Merchan could decide on prison time or probation with reporting requirements. Appeals process may delay punishment until after Election Day.

Ex-Biglaw Partner Pleads Guilty To Tax Crimes, May Serve Time Behind Bars

Former Biglaw partner pleaded guilty to tax crimes, facing potential prison time.
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Lawyer who stole more than $1M from his law firm gets disbarred

A lawyer was disbarred for stealing over $1 million from his law firm.
The lawyer used firm funds for personal expenses like luxury watches and jewelry.

Ex-Biglaw Paralegal Who Embezzled More Than $600K From Firm Gets Prison Time

Ex-Biglaw paralegal sentenced to 2 years in prison for embezzling over $600,000.
Sutton transferred bankruptcy estate funds to personal accounts to pay bills and set aside cash.

Former KBS Auditor Sentenced to Prison for Embezzlement

Former KBS Realty Advisors chief auditor Varun Aggarwal sentenced to 33 months in prison for embezzlement.
Aggarwal used vendors controlled by family/friends to submit fake invoices and paid $2.8 million in restitution.

Lawyer who stole more than $1M from his law firm gets disbarred

A lawyer was disbarred for stealing over $1 million from his law firm.
The lawyer used firm funds for personal expenses like luxury watches and jewelry.

Ex-Biglaw Paralegal Who Embezzled More Than $600K From Firm Gets Prison Time

Ex-Biglaw paralegal sentenced to 2 years in prison for embezzling over $600,000.
Sutton transferred bankruptcy estate funds to personal accounts to pay bills and set aside cash.

Former KBS Auditor Sentenced to Prison for Embezzlement

Former KBS Realty Advisors chief auditor Varun Aggarwal sentenced to 33 months in prison for embezzlement.
Aggarwal used vendors controlled by family/friends to submit fake invoices and paid $2.8 million in restitution.
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Herbert Hoelter, Prison Consultant to the Rich and Infamous, Dies at 73

Mr. Hoelter, a sentencing reform advocate, aided white-collar criminals in securing alternative sentences and navigating prison life.
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