fraud.
At sentencing, he acknowledged using fabricated vendor records to divert company money.
He admitted involvement in the failed loan application backed by my property and forged authorization.
The judge weighed the losses, evidence, and plea terms.
Dorian was imprisoned and ordered to pay restitution.
His lawyers sought leniency.
He lacked a serious prior record.
He had endured financial losses.
He professed remorse.
Yet the judge emphasized something.
Financial desperation never excused theft.
Betraying someone who trusts you is no less serious.
I went to the hearing.
I wasn’t there
