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Iris Sandoval-Flores of Emporia has been given 12 months of probation after entering a no-contest plea in two criminal cases that were merged under a single plea agreement.
Details of the Plea Agreement
Sandoval-Flores was among seven suspects arrested in April in connection with identity fraud, theft, and accusations of unlicensed dental work. Initially, she faced a long list of felony and misdemeanor charges across both cases.
As part of the plea arrangement, she admitted no contest to:
- One count of dealing in false identification documents
- One count of theft
In exchange, prosecutors dismissed additional allegations, including:
- Human smuggling
- Identity theft
- Practicing dentistry without a license
If she violates any conditions of her probation, she could serve a nine-month underlying jail sentence.
Status of Co-Defendants
The other defendants arrested alongside Sandoval-Flores continue to proceed through the legal process, facing a variety of charges:
Francisco German Pichardo-Machardo
- Making false information
- Possession of marijuana
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
Martin Pichardo-Machado
- Making false information
- Possession of marijuana
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
- Identity fraud
Hugo Antonio Cardona-Argueta
- Possession of marijuana
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
- Interference with law enforcement
- Making false information
- Identity theft
Martha Kenia Lopez-Alvarado
- Possession of marijuana
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
- Interference with law enforcement
- Making false information
- Identity theft
Ana Raquel Figueroa
- Unlicensed practice of dentistry or dental hygiene
- Unlawful obtaining of a prescription-only drug
Rigoberto J. Sandoval Sandoval
- Unlicensed practice of dentistry or dental hygiene
- Unlawful obtaining of a prescription-only drug
Edwar Joharly Benavides-Salgado
- Identity theft
Court actions for these individuals are still ongoing.
Conclusion
The sentencing of Iris Sandoval-Flores marks the first significant outcome in a larger criminal investigation involving multiple defendants accused of identity-related crimes and unlicensed dental activity.
As she begins her year-long probation, the remaining co-defendants continue to move through the judicial system, with several facing serious felony charges.
FAQs
1. What charges did Sandoval-Flores plead no contest to?
She pleaded no contest to dealing in false identification documents and theft.
2. What happens if she violates probation?
Any violation could activate her nine-month underlying sentence.
3. Are the other defendants sentenced yet?
No. Court proceedings are still underway for the remaining co-defendants.