Former State Representative Marvin Pendarvis Pleads Guilty to Federal Fraud Charges
Former North Charleston State Representative Marvin Pendarvis pleaded guilty to federal fraud charges, including wire fraud, money laundering, and identity theft, related to defrauding his law firm's clients of approximately $800,000.
Charleston, SC, October 8, 2026 —
Former North Charleston State Representative Marvin Pendarvis has pleaded guilty to federal fraud charges. The charges include wire fraud, money laundering, and identity theft.
The plea is connected to allegations that Pendarvis defrauded clients of his law firm. The approximate amount involved in the alleged fraud is $800,000.
Pendarvis, who previously served as a State Representative, entered his guilty plea in federal court. The specific details of the plea agreement and sentencing will be determined at a later date. The U.S. Attorney’s Office is prosecuting the case.
The investigation revealed that Pendarvis engaged in multiple fraudulent activities against individuals who sought legal services from his firm. The prosecution outlined that the scheme involved illicit financial transactions and the misuse of client information. The total sum of money misappropriated from clients is reported to be around $800,000.
The plea signifies a significant development in the legal proceedings against the former legislator. As the case moves forward, further details regarding the timeline of the offenses and the specific methods used in the fraud are expected to emerge through court proceedings.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office has not provided further comment beyond the initial announcement of the guilty plea. The sentencing date for Marvin Pendarvis has not yet been set.
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