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Seattle Counterfeiter Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy Charges
A Seattle woman, Jeremy J. Miller, also known as Kate Miller, 31, has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to make, deal, possess, pass, buy, sell, and transfer counterfeit currency both overseas and in the United States, as well as dealing in counterfeit obligations or securities of the U.S.
The case was investigated by the United States Secret Service, U.S. Postal Service, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, with Assistant United States Attorney Shardul S. Desai serving as the prosecuting attorney.
According to the law, Miller faces a maximum sentence of 45 years in prison, along with a fine of $750,000, or both. The actual sentence will be determined by the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, taking into account the seriousness of the offenses and the defendant’s prior criminal history.
Judge Mark Hornak scheduled the sentencing for May 5, 2016, at 9:30 a.m. In the meantime, the court has continued bond for Miller.
The charges against Miller stem from a conspiracy to create and distribute counterfeit currency, both domestically and internationally. The investigation, led by the aforementioned agencies, uncovered evidence of Miller’s involvement in the counterfeiting ring.
As Miller awaits sentencing, the community remains on high alert, with many wondering how such a large-scale operation was able to go undetected for so long. The authorities, however, have praised the efforts of those involved in the investigation, who worked tirelessly to bring the case to a close.
The guilty plea marks a significant victory for law enforcement, who have been working to combat counterfeiting and financial crimes for years. As the sentencing approaches, many are left wondering what the future holds for Miller, and whether she will serve time for her crimes.
Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes|Counterfeiting
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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