Dennis Rodman violated a law prohibiting the importing of luxury goods into North Korea. The law, signed in 2010 by President Obama, requires a license to transport luxury goods into North Korea. Rodman did not apply for such a license.
On his most recent trip to Pyongyang to celebrate the birthday of Kim Jong Un, Rodman reportedly gave over $10,000 in gifts, including an Italian suit, a fur coat, European crystal, and an English Mulberry handbag for Kim’s wife. Rodman also boasted about bringing bottles of premium vodka for Kim Jong Un and his wife. Alcoholic beverages are also classified as luxury items.
Rodman could receive civil penalties of up to $250,000 per violation, a $1 million fine and up to 20 years in prison. Rodman’s assets can also be seized or frozen by the government.
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