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Shahs assistant, Stuart Smith, was also arrested in the alleged scam.
Another court appearance is expected on Wednesday in Manhattan, where the case is being prosecuted.
Federal prosecutors allege that Shah and Smith did so by selling victims purported business services.
They allegedly did this knowing that these people would be scammed by others involved in the telemarketing scheme.
Now, these defendants face time in prison for their alleged crimes.
Shah replied, I need a lot of help, you know?
They all do different things … Cohen then asked Shah what she did for work.
My background is in direct-response marketing for about 20 years, so our company does advertising.
Shahs reps said in an email to Vulture: At this time, we have no comment.
Bravoannounced in Februarythat there would be a second season ofRHOSLC.
On a March 19 episode of theBitch Seshpodcast, Cohenwas askedwhether they were already filming season two.
He responded, Yes, maam, we are filming.
It is winter in Salt Lake, and we are knee-deep in snow.
Well be on the edge of our seats until then!
Not long after, some phone attendees neglected to mute themselves, publicly revealing what was either Bravo orRHOSLCfandom.
Do you watch Bravo?
someone could be heard saying.
Its the best thing ever.
So one of the Housewives got, like, busted for fraud, someone also said.
It wasnt clear to Vulture how many voices were weighing in onRHOSLCs merits.
Then came the major tech problems.
Shahs lawyer couldnt be heard for quite some time.
Shah could see and hear Stein, but the judge apparently couldnt see or hear her.
Shah tried to dial in again.
Smith also pleaded not guilty to the same charges.
I must say, its unlikely that she could disappear somewhere and not be located, Stein remarked.
They also said Shah has not demonstrated a willingness to disclose her assets with pretrial services.
Stein also directed Shah to not have any drug use and not have excessive use of alcohol.
This is a breaking news story and has been updated throughout.
