A Canadian citizen who has lived in the United States since the 1960s now faces federal charges for illegally registering and voting in multiple American elections, including the 2022 midterms and the 2024 presidential race.
A federal grand jury in North Carolina indicted 69-year-old Denis Bouchard this week, revealing he allegedly certified false U.S. citizenship status to cast ballots in New Hanover and Pender County elections.
According to the Department of Justice, Bouchard falsely claimed to be an American citizen on voter registration applications filed in 2022 and 2024.
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He is accused of voting in the 2022 congressional election and the 2024 presidential election despite never having obtained U.S. citizenship.
Prosecutors say he had been participating in elections for nearly two decades, raising questions about how long his fraudulent activity went unnoticed by election officials.
Ellis Boyle, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, emphasized the gravity of the situation, noting that every illegal vote cast by a noncitizen cancels out the ballot of a legitimate voter.
Federal prosecutors have made clear that they intend to prove this conduct in court and bring it to an end.
Law enforcement officials stressed that pursuing such cases is essential to maintaining trust in the electoral system.
The FBI, supported by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the North Carolina State Board of Elections, is leading the investigation.
The state elections board also underscored that the indictment reflects how seriously authorities approach voter fraud, stressing that public confidence in elections depends on strong enforcement of the law.
The case carries national significance.
While illegal voting is often portrayed as rare by the Democrats, this indictment illustrates how gaps in voter registration systems can be exploited.
In this instance, the defendant is reported to have repeatedly certified false citizenship status without being challenged.
With elections frequently decided by slim margins, even a handful of fraudulent votes can tip the balance.
The Department of Justice maintains a conviction rate of about 98% in federal prosecutions.
That track record suggests a strong likelihood of a guilty verdict if the evidence stands, making the case both a warning and a deterrent for others who might contemplate violating election laws.
The upcoming trial will determine whether he faces years in federal prison for undermining the democratic process that secures American citizens’ voice in government.
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