Randy M. Kiley, SR., False Statement to the Louisiana Army National Guard, Louisiana 2018

Ex-Guardsman Faces Prison Time for Lying About Marriage

RANDY M. KILEY, SR., a 64-year-old former Sergeant Major in the Louisiana Army National Guard, has pleaded guilty to making a false statement to the Louisiana Army National Guard. Kiley was accused of misrepresenting his marital status to receive increased Basic Allowance for Housing and Family Separation Allowance pay.

According to court documents, Kiley submitted false documents to receive pay to which he was not entitled. The misrepresentations occurred in November 2012, after Kiley had divorced his former spouse in July 2005. Kiley failed to immediately notify officials at the Louisiana Army National Guard of the change in his marital status as required.

Kiley’s actions resulted in him receiving more Basic Allowance for Housing and Family Separation Allowance pay than he was entitled. U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans praised the work of the Department of Defense, Office of Inspector General, Defense Criminal Investigative Service in investigating this matter.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Julia K. Evans is in charge of the prosecution. Kiley faces a possible sentence of up to five years of imprisonment, a $250,000 fine, and/or three years of supervised release. He will be sentenced on September 6, 2018, by United States District Court Judge Jane Triche Milazzo.

The investigation and prosecution of this case demonstrate the commitment of U.S. Attorney Evans and his office to rooting out corruption and ensuring that those who attempt to defraud the government are held accountable.

Kiley’s guilty plea brings an end to a lengthy investigation into his actions. The case serves as a reminder that the Louisiana Army National Guard and the federal government will not tolerate dishonesty and corruption within their ranks.

As Kiley awaits sentencing, he must confront the consequences of his actions. His case will serve as a cautionary tale for those who would seek to take advantage of the system.