USA v. Quoc Nguyen

Description

The DOJ charges Quoc Nguyen with money laundering, identity theft and operating an unlicensed money-transmitting business in connection with ChipMixer. Chip mixer was allegedly used by criminals to launder money from illicit activities.

Legal Significance

Custodial mixing services are subject to money transmission laws.

Issues

AML / KYC / Sanctions

Status

Complaint Filed

Case No.

2:23-mj-00528

Date Filed

March 14, 2023

Plaintiff

United States of America

Defendant

Minh Quoc Nguyen

Court

USDC Eastern District of Pennsylvania

Plaintiff Counsel

Robert James LivermoreJacqueline Christine Romero

Defendant Counsel

Major Filings

Complaint

March 14, 2023

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