The former Chairperson of the Casino Control Commission has reached a plea deal with the United States Attorney for the Virgin Islands. Violet Anne Golden pled guilty to misappropriating $295,503 of Casino Commission funds for personal use. Ms. Golden pled guilty to theft from a program receiving federal funds and the willful failure to file a tax return.
After formally entering the guilty plea in U. S. District Court, Ms. Golden was remanded to jail pending her sentencing scheduled for May 14, 2020.