Crystal Lynn Jackson, Wire Fraud and Aggravated Identity Theft, Montana 2022

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Crime Hits Home: Great Falls Woman Sentenced to Prison

GREAT FALLS, MT – A shocking scheme to use fraudulent checks and stolen identities has finally come to an end, as Crystal Lynn Jackson, 38, of Great Falls, was sentenced to seven months in prison for her role in the wire fraud and identity theft scheme. According to prosecutors, Jackson used stolen and altered checks to buy retail merchandise and other goods at businesses in the Great Falls area.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Jessica A. Betley successfully prosecuted the case, which was investigated by the FBI and Great Falls Police Department. The court documents reveal that between September 2019 and May 2020, Jackson participated in a scheme with co-defendants Rachel Abbott and John Dailey. The duo used fake identification cards, stolen checks, and check printing software to create new checks with valid account numbers.

The mastermind behind the fake identification cards was John Dailey, who was sentenced to 51 months in prison for his conviction. Rachel Abbott, Jackson’s co-conspirator, received a 26-month sentence for her role in the scheme. Jackson’s accomplices used these fake IDs to make purchases at local businesses, with Jackson accompanying Abbott to stores where they used the forged checks as payment.

Chief U.S. District Judge Brian M. Morris presided over the case, handing down the sentence of seven months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release, and ordering Jackson to pay $2,652 restitution. This sentencing marks the end of a long and complex investigation.

As the court documents revealed, the scheme was sophisticated, with the use of stolen and altered checks, fake identification cards, and check printing software. The scheme’s impact on local businesses and individuals cannot be overstated, with many suffering financial losses due to the perpetrators’ actions.

In a statement, U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich said, ‘We take these types of crimes very seriously, and we are committed to holding those responsible accountable for their actions.’ The sentencing of Crystal Lynn Jackson serves as a reminder that law enforcement is dedicated to protecting the community and bringing those who commit such crimes to justice.

As the investigation continues, it is clear that the impact of this scheme will be felt for a long time. Local businesses and individuals are still recovering from the financial losses they incurred due to the actions of Jackson and her co-defendants.