“On October 24, 2011, in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Anna Fermanova (‘Fermanova’) was convicted of violating Section 38 of the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. 2778 (2000)) (‘AECA’). Specifically, Fermanova was convicted of knowingly and willfully attempting to export from the United States to Russia night sighting equipment specifically designed, modified and configured for military use, specifically one Raptor Night Vision Weapon Sight, Model M644-4X and two Advanced Rifle Sights, Model D-740-3A, defense articles that were listed on the United States Munitions List, without first obtaining the required license or written approval from the State Department. Fermanova was sentenced to four months in prison, four months of home arrest followed by three years supervised release. Fermanova was also ordered to pay a $1,000 fine and a $100 assessment. Fermanova was released from prison on May 4, 2012. Fermanova is also listed on the U.S. Department of State Debarred List.”
77 FR 60378-79
Published 10-03-2012
