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Idaho Woman Pleads Guilty to Credit Card Scam
BOISE, Idaho – In a shocking case of credit card fraud, Elizabeth Carter, 21, of Reno, Nevada, pleaded guilty to one count of access device fraud in United States District Court. The crime occurred on September 1, 2014.
According to the plea agreement, Carter, along with her co-defendant Rapphel Johnson, knowingly used counterfeit credit cards containing the account numbers of real people to make a number of fraudulent purchases in Boise at stores including Rite Aid, Subway, T-Mobile, Finish Line, and Macy’s. Carter admitted to using a counterfeit credit card, with another person’s account number, to purchase items at T-Mobile at the Boise Towne Square Mall.
The crime was investigated by the United States Secret Service and the Boise Police Department. Under the law, a violation of access device fraud is punishable by a maximum term of imprisonment of ten years, a term of supervised release of not more than three years, a maximum fine of $250,000, and a special assessment of $100.
Carter’s sentencing is set for May 5, 2015, before Chief U.S. District Judge B. Lynn Winmill. Her co-defendant, Rapphel Johnson, already pleaded guilty and is set for sentencing on March 16, 2015.
This case highlights the importance of being cautious with personal credit card information. With the rise of identity theft and credit card scams, it’s essential to keep a close eye on your accounts and report any suspicious activity to the authorities immediately.
Elizabeth Carter’s guilty plea serves as a warning to those who would misuse the credit card system. We will continue to follow this case and provide updates on the sentencing and any further developments.
Key Facts
- State: Idaho
- Category: Cybercrime|White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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