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After the news that Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Giudice and her husband Joe have been charged with 39 counts of fraud today, Teresa has spoken out.
Specifically, the couple has been indicted with conspiracy to defraud lenders to illegally obtain mortgages, loans, and hiding assets. Amidst the possibility of facing up to 50 years in prison, Teresa has put on a brave face and addressed her Twitter followers.
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According to Celebuzz:
Teresa’s attorney Henry Klingeman has confirmed that the Real Housewives of New Jersey star will cop a plea of not guilty.
Klingeman then adds:
The judicial process that begins today with an indictment is a search for the truth. As it moves forward, we look forward to vindicating her.
Tomorrow will be their first court appearance in Newark, New Jersey. We are praying for you and your family, Teresa.
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