In this case, the indictment describes the steps taken by Chen and Ye to fraudulently obtain immigration benefits through the EB-5 program on behalf of their clients. First, the indictment alleges that Chen and Ye falsified documents to hide the true ownership and nature of a regional center. Specifically, the indictment alleges that Chen and Ye purchased the Golden State Regional Center and other facilities in 2014 and transferred ownership to a straw owner almost immediately after the purchase. The person to whom the business was transferred did not know that he or she was designated as the owner. In addition, Chen and Ye filed documents with USCIS demanding that the government continue to recognize the Golden State Regional Center as a qualified regional center to promote EB-5 investments in South Bay. The papers contained forged signatures of the alleged owner of the straw. Second, the defendants prepared and filed false EB-5 claims. For example, visa applications contained false signatures of the alleged owner of the straw, false statements about the extent to which Jean D. Chen`s law firm represented both the investor and the Golden State Regional Center, and false statements about how investors` funds were used. Under the EB-5 program, foreign nationals can obtain permanent residency in the United States, commonly referred to as « green card » status, by investing in qualified U.S. companies. Foreign investors who meet the requirements of the program will initially receive conditional permanent resident status for a period of two years. After two years, the foreign investor can apply for permanent residence.
To obtain permanent resident status, the applicant`s investment must be $500,000 if it is made in certain geographic areas with low employment rates. If the investment is not located in a designated employment area, the investment must be at least $1,000,000. In addition, applicants may use « regional centers » as part of the EB-5 program. Entrepreneurs seeking investment for U.S. companies can establish regional centers to promote investment opportunities and provide such opportunities to EB-5 applicants. Regional centres tend to promote investment opportunities in specific geographical areas. The law firm Jean D. Chen has represented clients who have invested a total of approximately $52,000,000 in EB-5 projects.
Ye appeared before U.S. Judge Susan van Keulen yesterday. He pleaded not guilty and was released on $750,000 bail. His next appearance is scheduled for a hearing before U.S. District Judge Lucy H. Koh on May 15, 2019, for a trial. Individuals received legal advice and representation to access health care and key benefits of the safety net. We help thousands of low-income residents of the San Francisco Bay Area lead safer, healthier, and more stable lives.
This is a brief description that runs the service you mentioned above. The indictment also accuses the defendants of obstruction of justice in investigations by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the FBI. 18. In October 2018, the SEC filed a civil lawsuit against Chen, Ye, and other individuals and entities, alleging, among other things, that Chen and Ye illegally solicited investments and committed other violations of the law. The indictment alleges that during the SEC investigation, the defendants demanded that the owner of the Golden State Regional Center straw provide false answers to SEC investigators. In addition, the defendants allegedly logged into another person`s email account and deleted emails relevant to the FBI`s visa fraud investigation. Provide our clients with unparalleled support and legal solutions to meet their needs by: In summary, Chen and Ye are both charged with ten counts of visa fraud, which violates 18 U.S.C. § 1546(a); one count of obstruction of justice in violation of 18 U.S.C.
Article 1505; one count of obstruction of justice in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 1512(b)(3); and one count of aggravated identity theft in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 1028A. In addition, Ye is charged with identity theft, which violates 18 U.S.C. § 1018(a)(7). Maximum sentence: 2 years (following any other underlying crime) Ask for advice Sign up for a free workshop There are few things in a person`s life that are more stressful than being part of a trial. We understand that this can affect your daily life and the lives of your loved ones. We take every step to reduce the burden of this burden and assure you that your case will be handled as fully and appropriately as possible.
« The value of compassion cannot be overstated. » ~ Arthur Stainback. Clients and their children have found resources and representation to fight housing discrimination and evictions. Chen is still on the run. According to court documents, Chen became a naturalized citizen of Dominica in October 2018, around the same time the SEC filed its lawsuit against her, and may use the name Maria Sofia Taylor. Chen left the U.S. immediately after the SEC filed his civil suit. Our long-standing practice has allowed us to work for many wonderful people – people as unique and diverse as the cases they bring with them. We believe that every client deserves a strong advocate for their rights and interests and brings a solution and hopefully peace into your life. It`s part of who we are, and it`s part of what we work hard to offer you.
Victims of abuse and their children escaped intimate partner abuse and received over $5 million in current and future support contracts. SAN FRANCISCO — A federal grand jury has indicted Danhong « Jean » Chen, aka Maria Sofia Taylor, and his business partner Jianyun « Tony » Ye in connection with immigration visa fraud, U.S. Attorney David L. Anderson, special agent in charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation John F. Bennett, Office of the Inspector General of the Securities and Exchange Commission, announced. Inspector General Carl Hoecker. The 14-count indictment, filed on March 7, 2019 and made public late yesterday, alleges that the defendants committed visa fraud and related crimes in order to obtain immigration benefits for more than 100 foreign investors through the government`s employment-based immigration « EB-5 » visa program. At every stage of your journey, you will have a team to support you, negotiate for you and fight. Some cases require stronger action than others, but our commitment is to help you get through your situation in the best possible way. According to the indictment, Chen, 54, of Atherton, was the only partner in Jean D. Chen`s law firm purporting to specialize in immigration law. Ye, 51, also from Atherton, was previously married to Chen and posed as the director of Chen`s law firm.
The indictment alleges that Chen and Ye prepared and submitted fraudulent documents to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that contained false signatures and falsely described how applicants would qualify for the EB-5 program. Thanks from BayLegal go to Napa County Women Lawyers (NCWL) for launching an online fundraising site in support of Bay Area Legal Aid today. For many years, NCWL and its members have provided community partnerships, volunteer support, advocacy, and fundraising support for legal services in Napa County, initially in partnership with Legal Aid of Napa. This success is only possible with your support. DONATE TODAY Maximum fine: $500,000 or double the gross profit or loss, whichever is greater Congratulations to Andrea Crider, BayLegal`s Senior Counsel, and her client, who just received $48,000 in road debt relief through BayLegal`s representation in Contra Costa County Homeless Court. Andrea reports that during extensive argument in the Homeless Court and the Traffic Court, this is the largest amount of debt she has incurred. An indictment simply alleges that crimes were committed, and all defendants, including Chen and Ye, are presumed innocent until proven guilty. If convicted, the accused face the following maximum sentences: As lawyers, we know you need our experience and expertise to help you make the best possible decisions. Our many years of experience in family law give us an advantage in negotiations and in the courtroom. We are experts in our field and excel in dealing with complex cases and supporting people at a very difficult time in their lives. Today`s verdict in the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse repeats an all-too-familiar pattern of paramilitary violence against black people fighting for liberation and their allies operating with government approval.
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