Louisiana Man Guilty of Using Fake Social Security Number
Lazarro Villatoro-Bodden, a 36-year-old Honduran national, has pleaded guilty to using a fake social security number in Louisiana, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. The crime occurred on January 10, 2018, when Villatoro-Bodden knowingly and with the intent to deceive, falsely represented that a social security number was assigned to him by the Commissioner of Social Security.
According to court records, Villatoro-Bodden used the fake social security number to obtain boat registration documents from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. His deception and illegal use of the social security number was done for the purpose of obtaining these documents.
U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans praised the work of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in investigating this matter. Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson is in charge of the prosecution.
Villatoro-Bodden faces a maximum term of imprisonment of five years, a maximum fine of $250,000, a maximum term of supervised release of three years, and a mandatory $100 special assessment. Sentencing is currently set for April 11, 2018.
The use of a fake social security number is a serious crime that can have severe consequences. It is essential for individuals to understand the importance of using accurate and legitimate identification documents.
Villatoro-Bodden’s case serves as a reminder of the importance of verifying the authenticity of identification documents and the consequences of using fake ones.
The case is a result of an investigation by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Villatoro-Bodden’s guilty plea is a significant step towards bringing him to justice for his crime.
Defendant’s Information:
- Defendant: Lazarro Villatoro-Bodden
- Criminal Charges: Illegal Use of a Social Security Number (Title 42, United States Code, Section 408(a)(7)(B))
- City and State: New Orleans, Louisiana
- Crime Date: January 10, 2018
- Sentence: Faces a maximum term of imprisonment of five years, a maximum fine of $250,000, a maximum term of supervised release of three years, and a mandatory $100 special assessment
Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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