Jerry Smith pleaded guilty to obtaining stolen veteran disability compensation. The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Florida announced the plea. Smith admitted to receiving benefits he was not entitled to. This conduct defrauded the U.S. government. Smith faces up to 10 years in federal prison. He also faces a potential fine of up to $250,000. Sentencing will be scheduled by the court. The case highlights the government's efforts to prosecute benefit fraud.
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Media Coverage · May 4, 2026
Jerry Smith, a 73-year-old man from New Smyrna Beach, pleaded guilty to receiving stolen government money, specifically veteran disability compensation. This crime carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in federal prison. A sentencing date has not yet been set.
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New Smyrna Beach Man Pleads Guilty to Obtaining Stolen Veteran Disability Compensation
Media Coverage · May 04, 2026
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New Smyrna Beach Man Pleads Guilty to Obtaining Stolen Veteran Disability Compensation is an active criminal matter.
The case is currently organized around stolen veteran disability compensation, New Smyrna Beach, 10 years in prison.
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On May 4, 2026, the docket recorded a media coverage: Jerry Smith, a 73-year-old man from New Smyrna Beach, pleaded guilty to receiving stolen government money, specifically veteran disability compensation. This crime carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in federal prison. A sentencing date has not yet been set.
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Orlando, Florida – Jerry Smith (73, New Smyrna Beach) has pleaded guilty to one count of receiving stolen government money. Smith faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in federal prison. A sentencing date has not yet been set. U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe made the announcement.
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Jerry Smith, a 73-year-old man from New Smyrna Beach, pleaded guilty to receiving stolen government money, specifically veteran disability compensation. This crime carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in federal prison. A sentencing date has not yet been set.
Orlando, Florida – Jerry Smith (73, New Smyrna Beach) has pleaded guilty to one count of receiving stolen government money. Smith faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in federal …
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