Joe Giudice

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Joe Giudice Teresa Giudice

5:29 pm, August 14th, 2013

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Teresa and Joe Giudice pleaded not guilty to federal fraud charges on Wednesday.

“The Real Housewives of New Jersey” couple appeared in U.S. District Court in Newark for a five-minute proceeding, during which their attorneys formally entered the pleas.

A trial date has been set for October 8.

Last month, the Giudices were hit with a 39-count indictment, accused of crimes including bankruptcy fraud, bank fraud, conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud, and making false statements on loan applications.

They also allegedly manipulated financial records to exaggerate or hide their wealth at various points in time.

If they’re found guilty of the most serious charges, the Giudices could face up to 30 years in prison.

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Joe Giudice Teresa Giudice

12:58 pm, August 5th, 2013

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Teresa and Joe Giudice may be behind bars for a very long time — so the “Real Housewives of New Jersey” couple is enjoying some fun in the sun while they still can.

The Giudices spent Sunday at the beach with their daughters, and Teresa posted a series of pictures capturing the experience.

“Me and my honey…” she captioned the one at right.

Last week, the couple was charged with major fraud and tax crimes that could result in long prison sentences.

The Giudices were released on $500,000 bonds following their initial court appearance, and ordered to stay in New Jersey and New York.

They have an arraignment on August 14.

In the meantime, surf’s up!

Check out the photos of the Giudices’ day at the beach below.

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