Crime & Safetyscore 738·7 metrosupdated 3h ago

Former New Mexico Legislator Convicted in Fraud Case Involving School Funds

Sheryl Williams Stapleton, a former high-ranking Democratic legislator in New Mexico, has been convicted of federal fraud charges for diverting public school funds to a friend's company. She faces up to 20 years in prison and is considering an appeal.

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