Ex-Financial Adviser Admits to Additional Fraud Charges

Natalie Ann Carter, a former Hawke's Bay-based mortgage broker, has pleaded guilty to a further three criminal charges brought against her by the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) - Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko.

Ms Carter faced 15 charges following an investigation into her conduct between 2018-2021. She pleaded guilty to eight of the 15 charges during a court appearance in November. Ms Carter pleaded guilty to a further three charges in the Napier District Court yesterday. The FMA agreed to withdraw the four remaining charges.

The three further charges Ms Carter pleaded guilty are:

  • Making a false document
  • Making false or misleading statements
  • Deceived or attempted to deceive or knowingly mislead the FMA

Ms Carter will be sentenced on all charges in the Napier District Court on 12 March 2024.

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