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On Tuesday, the NSW Supreme Court returned a guilty verdict against former MP Daryl Maguire for his role in a visa fraud conspiracy. He was convicted of conspiring to create bogus visa applications for ten Chinese nationals, the jury determined, after a trial that revealed how the documents were fabricated.[1][2]
How the scheme was carried out
Maguire, together with accomplices, prepared false personal information and used forged passports and documents to support applications for a place‑based visa. The scheme allegedly involved submitting a series of applications that the courts found to be inconsistent with the identities of the applicants.[1]
Link to Gladys Berejiklian
The conspiracy is linked to Maguire’s former relationship with former NSW premier Gladys Berejiklian, who had been the first lady of the state at the time the visa applications were prepared. Maguire was known as Berejiklian’s partner and his involvement in the scheme came to light during the investigation into the premier’s private affairs.[2]
Legal outcome and next steps
Maguire faces sentencing at a later date, with potential penalties including imprisonment and/or significant fines, depending on the final sentencing guidelines applied by the court. No sentence has yet been imposed, and the magistrate has yet to determine the length of any custodial term.[1]
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