Crime30 March, 20261 min read
Nicole Daedone Sentenced to 9 Years for OneTaste Forced Labor Scheme
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Nicole Daedone, co-founder of OneTaste, received a nine-year federal prison sentence. She was ordered to forfeit $12 million as part of the sentence.
Forced Labor Conviction
Nicole Daedone was sentenced to nine years in federal prison. She was ordered to forfeit $12 million, the amount for which she sold the company. Seven victims were awarded nearly $900,000 in restitution.
Judge Slams "Insidious" Scheme
Judge Gujarati said Daedone did not appear remorseful. Prosecutors had sought a 20-year sentence. Daedone has been locked up since her June conviction.
Psychological Manipulation Detailed
Daedone and Cherwitz used economic, sexual and psychological abuse. Witnesses testified about being coerced into opening lines of credit. They were forced to work long hours for little or no pay.
Defense Argues Sentence Would Be "Bonkers"
Her lawyers argued a lengthy imprisonment would be bonkers. She had no prior criminal record. More than 200 people submitted letters attesting to her character.