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United States of America v. Danny Wei Cheng

Date: 06-26-2026

Case Number: 2:26-mj-03008

Judge: Willie J. Epps, Jr.

Court: United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri (Cole County)

Plaintiff's Attorney: Ashley S. Turner

Defendant's Attorney: Lance Sandage

Description:

Jefferson City, Missouri, criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with harboring illegal aliens.

Reported by Kent Morlan

Danny Wei Cheng, 46, housed multiple illegal aliens in a residential home owned by Cheng in Jefferson City. The residence was divided into at least eight rooms using plywood and other materials. The City of Jefferson City has since condemned the home. Individuals who worked for Cheng transported illegal aliens to and from work utilizing a van owned by Cheng.

Outcome:

The charges contained in this criminal complaint are simply accusations, and not evidence of guilt. Evidence supporting the charges must be presented to a federal trial jury, whose duty it is to determine guilt or innocence.

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About This Case

What was the outcome of United States of America v. Danny Wei Cheng?

The outcome was: The charges contained in this criminal complaint are simply accusations, and not evidence of guilt. Evidence supporting the charges must be presented to a federal trial jury, whose duty it is to determine guilt or innocence.

Which court heard United States of America v. Danny Wei Cheng?

This case was heard in United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri (Cole County), MO. The presiding judge was Willie J. Epps, Jr..

Who were the attorneys in United States of America v. Danny Wei Cheng?

Plaintiff's attorney: Ashley S. Turner. Defendant's attorney: Lance Sandage.

When was United States of America v. Danny Wei Cheng decided?

This case was decided on June 26, 2026.