Kelli Engler, a 39-year-old woman from Nitro, West Virginia, has pleaded guilty to failing to report to serve her prison sentence. This crime has landed her in even more trouble with the law, and she now faces up to five years in federal prison when she is sentenced on December 14, 2016.
According to the United States Attorney Carol Casto, Engler was ordered by the United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia to serve 90 days of incarceration for a violation of her supervised release. She was given the opportunity to voluntarily self-report to prison by March 25, 2016, but failed to do so.
Engler was on supervised release as part of her sentence for a 2011 federal conviction for access device fraud. The violations of her supervised release included not paying restitution and not reporting to the United States Probation Office as required. Her failure to report to prison has added another layer of complexity to her case, and she will now have to face the consequences of her actions.
The United States Marshals Service and the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office in Tennessee worked together to apprehend Engler on June 28, 2016. She was found in Tennessee, and her capture was a result of the joint efforts of these law enforcement agencies. Assistant United States Attorney Erik S. Goes is in charge of the prosecution, and United States District Judge John T. Copenhaver, Jr. conducted the plea hearing.
Engler’s case is a prime example of the importance of following the rules of supervised release. When an individual is given the opportunity to serve their sentence under supervision, they must adhere to the terms of their release. Failure to do so can result in further consequences, as seen in Engler’s case. Her guilty plea is a step towards taking responsibility for her actions, but she will still have to face the judge and receive her sentence.
The sentencing of Kelli Engler is scheduled to take place on December 14, 2016. At this time, the judge will determine the length of her sentence, which could be up to five years in federal prison. The outcome of this case will serve as a reminder of the importance of following the law and adhering to the terms of supervised release. As the case comes to a close, the people of West Virginia can be assured that justice is being served.
In addition to the sentence she will receive, Engler’s case will also serve as a warning to others who may be tempted to violate the terms of their supervised release. The consequences of such actions can be severe, and it is essential for individuals to take their responsibilities seriously. The United States Attorney’s Office and the law enforcement agencies involved in this case have worked tirelessly to ensure that justice is served, and their efforts will continue to make a positive impact on the community.
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Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: Official Source ↗
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