Todd and Julie Chrisley have been found guilty of fraud and tax evasion by a federal jury.
is now in legal free fall. Following a three-week trial, both were found guilty on all charges by a federal jury on Tuesday. The Chrisleys now each face up to 30 years in prison for fraud, tax evasion, and conspiracy to defraud community banks out of more than $30 million of fraudulent loans, according toJulie was also found guilty of wire fraud and obstruction of justice.
“As today’s outcome shows, when you lie, cheat and steal, justice is blind as to your fame, your fortune, and your position,”special agent in charge of FBI Atlanta, said in a statement. “In the end, when driven by greed, the verdict of guilty on all counts for these three defendants proves once again that financial crimes do not pay.”
Prior to headlining the USA Network reality show that would make them famous, the Chrisleys “submitted false bank statements, audit reports, and personal financial statements to banks to obtain the millions of dollars in fraudulent loans,” according to U.S. attorneyThe couple then used the funds to obtain luxury cars, designer clothing, travel, and real estate. According to Buchanan, old loans were reimbursed through the use of new, fraudulent ones.
Despite their charges, the Chrisley family’s pop-culture influence has only expanded. Just a month ago,Growing Up ChrisleyLove Limo,
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