1.   They were accused of trying to defraud the public.

2.   But the state argues that the judge can order the papers disclosed to the jury because lawyers helped cigarette makers prepare the documents to mislead and defraud the public.

3.   Morales also accused tobacco companies of conspiring to defraud the public by concealing the health risks posed by tobacco.

4.   The state had tried to argue that the companies should be part of the lawsuit because they conspired to defraud the public, but the conspiracy count was dismissed.

5.   Hoffman pleaded guilty in September to two counts of distributing an unapproved drug with intent to defraud the public.

6.   Sompong was found guilty of defrauding the public, sent to prison and ordered to return the money showered upon him for his alleged good deed.

7.   Vitamins sold in pill form also were part of the conspiracy to defraud the public.

8.   He also accused them of conspiracy to obstruct Congress and conspiracy to defraud the public.