Georgia AG Indicts Four for $53k Fraud Targeting Driver Services

AG: Georgia Press Releases

Filed March 5th, 2026

Detected March 18th, 2026

Summary

Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr announced indictments against four individuals for allegedly creating and depositing fraudulent Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) checks totaling $53,616.02. The defendants had no employment or business relations with DDS. The indictments were obtained in Fulton, Muscogee, Stewart, and DeKalb counties.

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What changed

The Georgia Attorney General's White Collar and Cyber Crime Unit has secured indictments against four individuals for a scheme involving the fraudulent creation and deposit of checks totaling $53,616.02, which improperly used Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) information. The defendants, Ashanti Asberry, Aieriana Turner, Nakesha Bryant, and Daria Martin, are charged with offenses including Theft by Taking and Forgery, and had no affiliation with DDS.

This action highlights the state's commitment to prosecuting fraud against government entities. While the indictments contain allegations, the case underscores the potential for severe legal consequences, including criminal prosecution, for individuals engaging in such fraudulent activities. Regulated entities and government agencies should be aware of these enforcement actions and ensure robust internal controls to prevent similar schemes.

What to do next

Review internal controls for handling financial instruments and sensitive agency information.
Report any suspected fraudulent activity immediately to appropriate authorities.

Penalties

Charges include Theft by Taking and Forgery. Specific penalties are not detailed in the press release but would typically involve fines and imprisonment.

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Defendants charged in Fulton, Muscogee, Stewart and DeKalb counties

ATLANTA, GA – Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr today announced that his White Collar and Cyber Crime Unit has obtained indictments against four individuals in Fulton, Muscogee, Stewart and DeKalb counties. As asserted in the indictments, the defendants fraudulently created and forged Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) checks, improperly using DDS information, and deposited those checks into personal bank accounts. The bogus checks from all four indictments total $53,616.02. The defendants did not have any employment or business relations with DDS.

“We’re fighting to ensure every tax dollar is protected – not pocketed by criminals,” said Carr. “Let me be clear – if you steal from the State and hardworking Georgians, you will be identified and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Fraud and theft won’t be tolerated, no matter the amount.”

These cases were investigated by the Attorney General’s White Collar and Cyber Crime Unit with the assistance of DDS.

Fulton County Indictment

On Feb. 17, 2026, the Attorney General’s White Collar and Cyber Crime Unit presented evidence to a Fulton County Grand Jury, resulting in the indictment* of Ashanti Asberry.

Specifically, Asberry is facing the following charges.

Ashanti Asberry, 26, of Lawrenceville:

1 count of Theft by Taking
1 count of Forgery Muscogee County Indictment

On Oct. 21, 2025, the Attorney General’s White Collar and Cyber Crime Unit presented evidence to a Muscogee County Grand Jury, resulting in the indictment* of Aieriana Turner.

Specifically, Turner is facing the following charges.

Aieriana Turner, 25, of Columbus:

2 counts of Theft by Taking
2 counts of Forgery Stewart County Indictment

On Sept. 15, 2025, the Attorney General’s White Collar and Cyber Crime Unit presented evidence to a Stewart County Grand Jury, resulting in the indictment* of Nakesha Bryant.

Specifically, Bryant is facing the following charges.

Nakesha Bryant, 40, of Richland:

1 count of Theft by Taking
1 count of Forgery DeKalb County Indictment

On Aug. 19, 2025, the Attorney General’s White Collar and Cyber Crime Unit presented evidence to a DeKalb County Grand Jury, resulting in the indictment* of Daria Martin.

Specifically, Martin is facing the following charges.

Daria Martin, 25, of Bremen:

1 count of Theft by Taking
1 count of Forgery No further information about the investigations or the indictments may be released at this time by the Attorney General’s Office.

*Members of the public should keep in mind that indictments contain only allegations against the individual against whom the indictment is sought. A defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty, and it will be the government’s burden at trial to prove the defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt of the allegations contained in the indictment.

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