Overview
- A jury on March 4 found Misty Roberts guilty of carnal knowledge of a juvenile and indecent behavior with a juvenile after deliberating for less than an hour.
- The encounter occurred during a July 2024 alcohol-fueled pool party at her home while she was serving as mayor, and the victim testified he was drunk.
- Jurors saw party photos, text messages about pregnancy concerns, and heard from teens and family members, as well as a DoorDash driver who said he delivered Plan B to the house.
- Defense attorneys challenged the investigation and sought to exclude rumor and rehab references in pretrial motions, and they say they plan to appeal.
- Roberts resigned in 2024, was released post-verdict on a $100,000 surety bond, and must register as a Tier 1 sex offender.