Monrovia, Liberia – The Asset Recovery and Property Retrieval Taskforce (AREPT), in collaboration with the Ministry of Justice, has formally filed exceptions to the Criminal Appearance Bond submitted by indictee Nora Finda Bondoo and is seeking an order from Criminal Court “C” for her rearrest pending the filing of what it considers a legally sufficient bond.
A release signed by Joseph F. Daniels, Public Relations Officer of AREPT stated that the exceptions filed before the Court challenge both the adequacy and legality of the bond submitted on behalf of Ms. Bondoo.
“AREPT contends that the bond is grossly insufficient when compared to the value of the allegations contained in the indictment and raises concerns regarding compliance with applicable legal requirements governing criminal appearance bonds” the release said.
According to the filing, Ms. Bondoo was indicted along with several co-defendants on charges including Money Laundering, Theft of Property, Misuse of Public Money, Criminal Conspiracy, Forgery, and Criminal Facilitation. The indictment alleges the unlawful acquisition and laundering of assets and resources valued at approximately US$6.9 million and L$871 million.
AREPT further argues that the bond submitted to secure Ms.
Bondoo’s release does not provide adequate assurance of her continued appearance before the Court and has asked the Court to review whether all statutory requirements governing the filing, valuation, verification, and approval of the bond were fully satisfied.
The Taskforce is therefore requesting that the Court set aside the bond, order the rearrest of Ms. Bondoo, and require the filing of a bond that complies with all applicable legal requirements before any release is permitted.
AREPT emphasizes that its action is not intended to deny any individual due process or constitutional protections. Rather, the Taskforce maintains that all defendants must comply with the same legal standards and procedures established to ensure accountability and the proper administration of justice.
The matter is now before Criminal Court “C” for judicial determination.
AREPT remains committed to working in collaboration with the Ministry of Justice to ensure that corruption, money laundering, and asset recovery matters are pursued in accordance with the rule of law and due process.
