Prosecutors plan to introduce bank records, phone records, Federal Express records, evidence from search warrants, witness testimony and the defendants' own statements to establish "an explicit agreement" with the New York group to launder millions of dollars, court records say.
Montgomery's attorneys plan to ask potential jurors on the first day of the trial whether they are aware that he is an Olympic gold medalist and former world record holder in the 100-meter dash.
They are "public figures whose reputations have been besmirched and livelihoods impinged by the mere allegation of criminal activity," the defense attorneys wrote in a court filing.
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I think that all of three of them are going to jail. Most of the others involved in the scheme have already accepted plea bargains and are going to cooperate and testify against Montgomery, Riddick and Alexander. These three are toast. They have obviously turned down plea bargins already and now it's simply about trial and possible sentencing. Doesn't look good to me.
Montgomery's attorneys plan to ask potential jurors on the first day of the trial whether they are aware that he is an Olympic gold medalist and former world record holder in the 100-meter dash.
They are "public figures whose reputations have been besmirched and livelihoods impinged by the mere allegation of criminal activity," the defense attorneys wrote in a court filing.
Well, if I were the prosecutor, I'd love that. I'd make sure that the jury learned that Montgomery is a former world record holder not only because someone has run faster, but also because he was stripped of all recognition of that performance as a result of a doping offense.
no amount of money is worth the time they are facing. i could never serve on a track stars trial as a few month's ago there were a group, one a track star and i was sick and disgusted of what this person was accused of, but i was sad when the conviction came in and i did not want the sentence to ruin this persons life, so i dont know why but i convinced myself they got the wrong person as everyone i have met in track seem like great people, maybe i have issues but i dont think i could convict a track star who has not done anything to me personally, especially if it were a girl. as in the previous case, however i do think the 3 if they got money dishonestly should give all of the dishonest money to charity.
NEW YORK (AP) -- Olympic gold medalist Tim Montgomery pleaded guilty Monday in connection with a multimillion-dollar bank fraud and money laundering scheme, his lawyer said.
Attorney Robert McFarland declined to discuss details of the plea. The U.S. attorney's office had no immediate comment. (more)
We:ll see if Riddick still holds this tune following the Montgomery plea:
"I feel like I haven't done anything, so I feel confident about it,'' Riddick told ESPN.com. "It'll probably run a couple weeks. Then, I'll be glad when it's over so I can get back to track and field business."
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The Virginian-Pilot reported that Montgomery:s attorney said Montgomery pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud.
Montgomery pleaded guilty in Manhattan U.S. District Court to three felonies: conspiracy to commit bank fraud and two counts of bank fraud, according to his attorneys. Sentencing was set for Nov. 1.
“I sincerely regret the role I played in this unfortunate episode,” Montgomery said in the statement released this morning by the attorneys. Background: Money laundering trial set to begin for former NSU track star, coach
“I have disappointed many people and for that I am truly sorry. I look forward to moving past this event and being a positive influence in my community in the future.”
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Marion Jones may still have to show for the trial as a witness. One of the checks Alexander wrote on the 850.000-USD account was made out to her for 25.000-USD – a check which was endorsed and deposited into her account, but never paid out due to the 850.000-USD check not clearing.
Three plus years in prison is a very long time. Tim's life will never be the same. He did not cooperate as a part of his plea bargain. The Bloomberg link is below:
Who:s to say she will return? Married life, a child, 30+ years of life - half of which has been spent on the track, and a good excuse to retire before Graham:s trial.
doug091463 wrote:no amount of money is worth the time they are facing. i could never serve on a track stars trial as a few month's ago there were a group, one a track star and i was sick and disgusted of what this person was accused of, but i was sad when the conviction came in and i did not want the sentence to ruin this persons life, so i dont know why but i convinced myself they got the wrong person as everyone i have met in track seem like great people, maybe i have issues but i dont think i could convict a track star who has not done anything to me personally, especially if it were a girl. as in the previous case, however i do think the 3 if they got money dishonestly should give all of the dishonest money to charity.
I agree with you, you should never serve at a track stars trial.
Speedbuff wrote:Three plus years in prison is a very long time. Tim's life will never be the same. He did not cooperate as a part of his plea bargain. The Bloomberg link is below:
I know the quoted article says that he did not cooperate as part of the plea bargain. But I don't know how the reporter could be sure that this is true. I can easily imagine that part of the deal was that his cooperation would not be made public. I've no idea, of course, what the deal really was, but I doubt if anyone else does either, other than the parties.
EPelle wrote:Montgomery faces between 37 to 46 months in prison according to his lawyer, William Alcott.
This will mean minimum security, which means unfenced and outside of the main prison facility. He'll have a weight room, a library, a recreation room, movie nights, and might even be able to play in an organized softball league in the local parks and rec department. He'll have a paid job, most likely grounds keeping/maintenance work. Some might call it a paid vacation.
EPelle wrote:Montgomery faces between 37 to 46 months in prison according to his lawyer, William Alcott.
This will mean minimum security, which means unfenced and outside of the main prison facility. He'll have a weight room, a library, a recreation room, movie nights, and might even be able to play in an organized softball league in the local parks and rec department. He'll have a paid job, most likely grounds keeping/maintenance work. Some might call it a paid vacation.
You make it sound so fun I think I'm going to go out after work today and wash some money . . .
EPelle wrote:Montgomery faces between 37 to 46 months in prison according to his lawyer, William Alcott.
This will mean minimum security, which means unfenced and outside of the main prison facility. He'll have a weight room, a library, a recreation room, movie nights, and might even be able to play in an organized softball league in the local parks and rec department. He'll have a paid job, most likely grounds keeping/maintenance work. Some might call it a paid vacation.
You make it sound so fun I think I'm going to go out after work today and wash some money . . .
EPelle wrote:Montgomery faces between 37 to 46 months in prison according to his lawyer, William Alcott.
This will mean minimum security, which means unfenced and outside of the main prison facility. He'll have a weight room, a library, a recreation room, movie nights, and might even be able to play in an organized softball league in the local parks and rec department. He'll have a paid job, most likely grounds keeping/maintenance work. Some might call it a paid vacation.
You make it sound so fun I think I'm going to go out after work today and wash some money . . .
I know someone who did 3 months in Federal minimum security. He said it was the best Summer vacation he ever had. If I knew someone in the movie business we could make millions making this true-story comedy. The story is funnier than "One Flew Over..." and saturated with social commentary.
I case you're interested, they won the softball league championships.
Tim will not have a weight room available at a minimum security facility. There is a saying that "inmates don't do the time, their families do." His entire family will suffer greatly. His mom, dad, son and the rest of his family will be greatly effected by his very poor decision. A federal camp does have a sports complex with lots activities including softball, soccer, football and basketball leagues, but three years is a very long time no matter how you slice it. He was very stupid to become involved with this illegal scheme and he will regret it for the rest of his life.
malmo wrote: I know someone who did 3 months in Federal minimum security. He said it was the best Summer vacation he ever had. If I knew someone in the movie business we could make millions making this true-story comedy. The story is funnier than "One Flew Over..." and saturated with social commentary.
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Why don't you write the script, and submit it with the laugh track?
