Misty Roberts, 44, a former mayor in Louisiana, has been sentenced to 90 days in jail after being convicted of two felonies, including statutory rape and indecent behavior with a juvenile. The sentencing took place on Tuesday, following her conviction earlier this year. Roberts faced a maximum sentence of 17 years in prison.
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Former Louisiana Mayor Sentenced to 90 Days for Statutory Rape
Misty Roberts, a former mayor of Louisiana, received a 90-day jail sentence after being convicted of statutory rape and indecent behavior with a juvenile. She was sentenced on June 10, 2026, and had faced up to 17 years in prison.
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Former Louisiana mayor sentenced to 90 days over rape of 16-year-old boy
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Former Louisiana Mayor Sentenced to 90 Days for Statutory Rape