Erden Arkan was sentenced to a year of probation after making illegal campaign contributions to Eric Adams through a straw donor scheme. He expressed regret for his actions in court. He received no prison time due to his age and clean record, along with a fine and restitution. Arkan's lawyer criticized the government for prolonging the case after related charges against Adams were dismissed by the Justice Department, which cited political motivations in its decision. The court noted Arkan's immigrant success as embodying the American dream.
Arkan faced up to six months in prison under federal sentencing guidelines, but prosecutors and the federal probation officer agreed that no prison time was warranted.
In addition to probation, he must also pay a $9,500 fine and $18,000 in restitution.
Rosen argued that the government’s continued pursuit of Arkan's case was unprecedented after Adams' charges were dismissed.
Ho remarked that Arkan's immigrant success story exemplifies the American dream and expressed hope that one mistake did not define him.
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