Ex-New York City Police Bernard Chief Kerik Pleads Guilty to Lying to White House

Ex-New York City Police Bernard Chief Kerik Pleads Guilty to Lying to White House

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — Former New York City Police Commissioner Bernard Kerik pleaded guilty Thursday to lying to the White House and said he would also admit to tax crimes.

The plea bargain, which included an anticipated eight charges, included the prosecution's suggestion that the crimes are punishable by 27 to 33 months in prison. It was designed to resolve three pending federal criminal trials.

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