John F. Crawford, IV, Trafficking in Counterfeit Goods, Pennsylvania 2012

John F. Crawford, IV, Sentenced for Trafficking in Counterfeit Sports Apparel

A Bedford County man has been sentenced for his involvement in a counterfeit sports apparel trafficking scheme. John F. Crawford, IV, 48, of Everett, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to five years probation, with the first 12 months to be served under home confinement.

The sentence, handed down by United States District Judge Kim R. Gibson, also includes a $3,000 fine, 100 hours of community service, and $113,218 restitution to the Coalition for the Advancement for the Protection of Sports Logos.

According to the information presented to the court, on October 25, 2012, Crawford trafficked in various counterfeit National Football League, National Hockey League, and Major League Baseball logo apparel.

Assistant United States Attorney John J. Valkovci, Jr., prosecuted the case on behalf of the government. U.S. Attorney David J. Hickton commended the Department of Homeland Security-Homeland Security Investigations for the investigation leading to the successful prosecution of Crawford.

Crawford’s conviction for trafficking in counterfeit goods is a serious offense, and the sentence handed down by Judge Gibson reflects the gravity of the crime. The restitution ordered will help to compensate the victims of Crawford’s actions.

The case serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting intellectual property and the consequences of engaging in counterfeit activities.

Mandatory Facts:

Defendant/Respondent: John F. Crawford, IV
Criminal Charges: Trafficking in Counterfeit Goods
City and State: Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Date: October 25, 2012
Sentence: Five years probation, $3,000 fine, 100 hours of community service, and $113,218 restitution
Dollar Amounts: $3,000 fine, $113,218 restitution

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