Former Rep. Chris Collins Sentenced To 26 Months In Prison

Collins was sentenced to 26 months in prison for insider trading, pleading guilty to false statements and conspiracy to commit securities fraud. Prosecutors recommended nearly five years in prison. He also received a $200,000 fine and a year of supervised probation. After his release, Jeffrey Berman emphasized the importance of accountability for elected officials. Collins resigned from Congress before his guilty plea, avoiding additional charges like securities and wire fraud.

What was the length of the prison sentence recommended for Collins?

• Nearly five years

• Ten years

• 26 months

• Three years

What additional penalties did Collins face besides prison time?

• Loss of voting rights

• House arrest

• $200,000 fine and supervised probation

• Community service

Who made a statement about the accountability of lawmakers in this case?

• The Attorney General

• Jeffrey Berman

• The Governor of New York

• The President

What action did Collins take before his guilty plea?

• He appealed the charges

• He confessed to all charges

• He fled the country

• He resigned from Congress

By pleading guilty, what did Collins avoid?

• A longer prison sentence

• A civil lawsuit

• Additional charges

• Public humiliation