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Schultz was indicted for violating the National Stolen Property Act (NSPA), in violation of Egypt’s Law 117, concerning the protection of antiquities.
The National Stolen Property Act applies to stolen property that violates foreign patrimony law.
Schultz was an art dealer in New York who purchased Egyptian antiquities along with Jonathan Parry (Parry). Schultz and Parry smuggled the antiquities into the U.S. and disguised them as cheap souvenirs. Schultz was indicted for violating the National Stolen Property Act (NSPA), in violation of Egypt’s Law 117, concerning the protection of antiquities. Schultz moved to dismiss the indictment and the motion was denied. Schultz appealed.
Whether the National Stolen Property Act applies to stolen property that violates foreign patrimony law?
Yes. The judgment of the district court is affirmed. Schultz violated law 117 and violated the NSPA. Egyptian Law 117 was clear that the antiquities removed by Schultz were owned by Egypt, and Schultz did not receive permission to remove the antiquities.
The NSPA applies to stolen property that violates foreign patrimony law. The NSPA requires travelers to follow local laws when removing articles form another country.