Two Romanian nationals are in the hot seat as they face charges for illegal re-entry into the United States after previous deportations. U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced the indictment of Costel Aliman and Sabina Munteanu on Friday. Aliman is alleged to have reentered the country after his deportation in January 2019, while Munteanu apparently made her way back following an October 2017 deportation.
If Aliman and Munteanu are found guilty, they could face up to two years in prison, plus a year of supervised release. They might also have to pay up to $250,000 in fines, along with a mandatory $100 fee. According to an announcement by the Department of Justice, "an indictment is merely a charge and that the guilt of the defendant must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt."
Agencies like Homeland Security Investigations, and Enforcement and Removal Operations play a key role in these cases, as U.S. Attorney Evans acknowledges with his praise for their investigative efforts. Assistant U.S. Attorney Paul J. H is taking point on the prosecution, continuing the government's pressing fight against illegal immigration.
