Securities and Exchange Commission v. Chen et al, No. 2:2017cv00405 - Document 181 (W.D. Wash. 2022)
Court Description: FINAL JUDGMENT AS TO DEFENDANTS: Defendant Chen shall pay a civil penalty in the amount of $75,000 directly to the Receiver. Defendant ASPI shall pay a civil penalty in the amount of $375,00 directly to the Receiver. Signed by Judge James L. Robart. (LH)
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