Judge Sentences Two in Las Vegas Theft Case
Jennifer Courtemanche and Brittany Burgess received probation after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit theft.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Financial Crime
Live Poll
Do you support probation sentences for individuals convicted of conspiracy to commit theft?
District Judge Bita Yeager sentenced Jennifer Courtemanche and Brittany Burgess to one year of probation following their guilty pleas for conspiracy to commit theft. The two defendants were implicated in the theft of nearly $500,000 from Gavin Maloof's bank account.
Why it matters
The sentencing concludes a legal process involving unauthorized bank account transactions that spanned over two years. The defendants must maintain full-time employment and pay significant restitution to potentially have their cases dismissed.
Jennifer Courtemanche and Brittany Burgess were sentenced to one year of probation after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit theft. They must pay $445,000 and $12,000 in restitution respectively.
The players
Bita Yeager
Bita Yeager is a District Judge in Las Vegas presiding over the criminal proceedings.
Gavin Maloof
Gavin Maloof is the victim who reported the loss of nearly $500,000 from his personal bank account.
Jennifer Courtemanche
Jennifer Courtemanche is one of the defendants who pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit theft.
Brittany Burgess
Brittany Burgess is one of the defendants who pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit theft.
The details
Between December 2020 and April 2023, the defendants accessed Gavin Maloof's bank account through unauthorized transactions. Evidence presented in court included text messages between Courtemanche and Burgess discussing their theft plans.
Timeline
Unauthorized transactions occurred from December 2020 to April 2023.
The defendants pleaded guilty to conspiracy in June 2026.
Judge Bita Yeager issued the sentence on October 20, 2026.
A compliance review is scheduled for November 2026.
Legal Context
This sentencing follows the established structure of Nevada's standard sentencing guidelines for conspiracy to commit theft, which allow for diversionary outcomes based on restitution. The case marks a standard judicial approach where probation is granted in exchange for repayment.
The resolution of this case highlights the importance of monitoring personal financial statements for unauthorized activity. Residents are encouraged to review bank activity regularly to detect potential theft early.
The takeaway
This case underscores the severe personal and legal consequences of financial conspiracy. Establishing rigorous financial oversight can help protect individuals from significant losses caused by unauthorized access.
What happens next
The court will conduct a review of the defendants' compliance with restitution terms and full-time employment requirements in November 2026.
Further reading
For more on how local courts address restitution and fraud, see Financial Crime.
Live Poll
Do you support probation sentences for individuals convicted of conspiracy to commit theft?
