Unraveling the Varsity Blues Scandal: A Comprehensive Explanation in Boston College Law School Magazine

The Varsity Blues Scandal was the topic of discussion during an event hosted by the Criminal Law Society at BC Law on November 2. The panel included three attorneys involved in the prosecution and defense of individuals charged in the scandal. Steve Frank, the lead prosecutor on the case, highlighted the investigation and trial, which centered around a scheme to influence college admissions through bribery and cheating. The panelists discussed the role of universities in the scandal, with Anthony Fuller arguing that universities, like USC, were victims of the fraud orchestrated by Rick Singer. Joshua Sharp, a defense attorney, explained why his client chose to go to trial and the legal arguments that were made during the appeal process. Ultimately, the First Circuit ruled that admission slots at universities did not meet the traditional definition of “property” in the context of the case. The event shed light on the complexities of the Varsity Blues Scandal and the legal arguments made by both the prosecution and defense teams.

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