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Facts

• The Defendant was convicted of fraud and conspiracy to commit fraud. The charges stemmed from her alleged involvement in transactions that were part of a fraudulent scheme. Despite her claims of non-participation, evidence and witness testimony suggested her involvement in negotiations and awareness of her husband's intentions related to the fraud.

Procedural History

• [Not applicable or not found]

Parties' Submissions

• Appellant (Defendant): Argued that there was insufficient evidence for her convictions, claiming non-participation in the fraudulent transactions. She also contended that the non-disclosure of a witness report prejudiced her right to a fair trial, warranting a new trial.
• Appellee (State): Maintained that there was sufficient evidence of the Defendant's involvement in the fraud, including witness testimony and her participation in transactions. The State also argued that the district court adequately addressed any potential prejudice from the non-disclosure of the witness report.

Legal Issues

• Whether there was sufficient evidence to support the Defendant's convictions for fraud and conspiracy to commit fraud.
• Whether the Defendant was prejudiced by the non-disclosure of a witness report and entitled to a new trial.

Disposition

• The Court of Appeals affirmed the Defendant's convictions for fraud and conspiracy to commit fraud.

Reasons

• The Court, comprising Judge Cynthia A. Fry, Chief Judge Celia Foy Castillo, and Judge J. Miles Hanisee, found the Defendant's arguments unpersuasive. The Court noted that despite the Defendant's claims of non-participation, there was credible witness testimony indicating her involvement in the fraudulent transactions and awareness of her husband's intentions. The Court also addressed the issue of the non-disclosed witness report, stating that the Defendant did not properly preserve the claim of prejudice for appeal. Furthermore, the Court held that the district court took appropriate measures to mitigate any potential prejudice by excluding the witness's testimony and providing a curative instruction to the jury. The decision to affirm the convictions was based on the sufficiency of evidence against the Defendant and the determination that the district court did not abuse its discretion in handling the non-disclosure issue.