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Department of Justice v Jacques Poujade
The following describes a government action that has been resolved by either a settlement or a decision by a court or administrative agency. If the matter is being appealed, it will be noted below.
On July 24, 2023, Jacques Poujade, Owner of Tri-Emerald Financial Group, entered into a Plea Agreement with the Department of Justice. The Plea agreement settles allegations that Jacques Poujade sold unregistered securities and made false promises. He pleaded guilty to one count of securities fraud. A Sentencing Hearing was scheduled on October 30th, where he will face a statutory sentence of 20 years in federal prison.
On October 30, 2023, Jacques Poujade was sentenced to 63 months in federal prison and was ordered to pay $6,170,600.00 in restitution.
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