Former Birmingham Water Works contractors convicted on ethics violations
Both men face up to 20 years in prison and fines up to $30,000 after admitting to a bribery scheme.
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Lanett mayor arrested, faces felony charges of using office for personal gain
If convicted, McCoy faces up to 20 years in prison, a $30,000 fine for each count and removal from office.
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Attorney general opposes motion to reconsider Hubbard’s prison sentence
“Hubbard is not being punished for his reversed convictions. He is being punished for the crimes of which he remains convicted,” Marshall wrote to the court.