Um, yes. Unless anyone is being arrested for a criminal offense, than yes. They did think they would get away with it - and they have. Neither the words "criminal" nor "jail" were even in that NYT article.

Sad fact is that the entire fiasco was a simple business decision. No one goes to jail, and if they are caught they simply pay a fine.

Personally, I think every signature on their SEC fillings during that period should do jail time. But hey, what do I know.