Connecticut Man Pleads Guilty to Pandemic Relief Fraud
What happened
Davante Mallard, 33, of New Haven, Connecticut, pleaded guilty to defrauding funds from a pandemic relief program. The fraud scheme relied on false statements about Mallard's business, Mallard Dynasty Realty Group. The relief programs involved legislation such as the CARES Act and the Families First Coronavirus Response Act.
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Why it matters
The conviction relates to the misuse of government aid intended to support small businesses during the pandemic. The fraud targeted funds created by legislation designed to mitigate economic harm caused by COVID-19.
State law governs local conduct and charges in New Haven, Connecticut.
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Who's involved
- New HavenCity where the defendant resides
- ConnecticutState where the defendant resides and the fraud occurred
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
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Small businesses in Connecticut might face increased compliance costs or scrutiny related to pandemic relief regulations.
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The entities involved
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New Haven
city in Indiana
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Connecticut
state of the United States of America