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United States of America v. Yasiel Puig
Date: 02-08-2026
Case Number: 22-cr-00394
Judge: Dolly M. Gee
Court: United States District Court for the Central District of California (Los Angeles County)
Plaintiff's Attorney: United States District Attorney’s Office in Los Angeles
Defendant's Attorney: Keri Curtis, Brian Klein, Charles Harrison , Jr.; Emily Stierwalt, Jose Nuno, Riley Smith , Viviana Marquez
Yasiel Puig, age 35, was accused of obstruction of justice and lying to federal officials investigating an illegal gambling operation,
He wracked up more than $280,000 in losses over a few months in 2019 while wagering on tennis, football and basketball games through a third party who worked for an illegal gambling operation run by Wayne Nix, a former minor league baseball player.
About This Case
What was the outcome of United States of America v. Yasiel Puig?
The outcome was: Pulig withdrew a guilty plea. He was found guilty.
Which court heard United States of America v. Yasiel Puig?
This case was heard in United States District Court for the Central District of California (Los Angeles County), CA. The presiding judge was Dolly M. Gee.
Who were the attorneys in United States of America v. Yasiel Puig?
Plaintiff's attorney: United States District Attorney’s Office in Los Angeles. Defendant's attorney: Keri Curtis, Brian Klein, Charles Harrison , Jr.; Emily Stierwalt, Jose Nuno, Riley Smith , Viviana Marquez.
When was United States of America v. Yasiel Puig decided?
This case was decided on February 8, 2026.