Prosecutors seek 10-year sentences for principals in Pinehurst Bank scheme

Federal prosecutors are seeking 10-year prison terms for John Markert and George Wintz, who were convicted in April on charges related to a $1.8 million check-kiting scheme at the former Pinehurst Bank in St. Paul.

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Updated:
Mar 8, 2018
Original:
Aug 7, 2012

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