Man who killed with DUI sentenced again for using 5 fake 1,000-dollar bills to defraud betel nut stands

A man in Taiwan, already serving a prison sentence for a fatal DUI incident, has received a new conviction and sentence for using counterfeit currency. The individual, identified by the surname Zhang, was previously sentenced to eight years for causing death while driving under the influence.

Following his earlier conviction, Zhang engaged in a scheme to defraud five betel nut stands in Hsinchu County. Between May and June of the previous year, he used five counterfeit 1,000-dollar bills to purchase items and receive real money as change. This act constituted fraud and the use of forged currency.

The Hsinchu District Court, having already imposed a significant sentence for the homicide, has now added four years to his prison term for the offense of passing counterfeit currency. The court noted that Zhang had not reached any settlement or reconciliation with the victims of his previous crime and has a history of prior offenses, including public endangerment, theft, fraud, handling stolen goods, and drug-related charges.

This latest sentence underscores the legal consequences for repeat offenders and those who continue to engage in criminal activities even after facing severe penalties. The court's decision reflects a stance against the use of counterfeit money and the broader pattern of criminal behavior exhibited by the defendant.