California Attorney General Files Felony Charges Against Former Lassen Superior Court Executive Officer Over Alleged Misappropriation of More Than $14,000
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced in Oakland on October 29 that felony charges have been filed against a former executive officer of the Lassen Superior Court in Lassen County, California, for allegedly misappropriating more than $14,000 in public funds. The Attorney General's press release did not name the former officer.
According to the Attorney General's Office, between 2022 and 2025 the former executive officer allegedly used a court-issued credit card and submitted falsified reimbursement requests to cover personal expenses.
In October 2024, Lassen Superior Court employees identified questionable transactions involving court-issued credit and fuel cards. The concerns were reported to the court's presiding judge, who notified the Lassen County Sheriff's Office. In July 2025, at the request of the Lassen County District Attorney's Office, the California Department of Justice assumed responsibility for completing the investigation.
Investigators reviewed court financial records, reimbursement requests, and internal purchasing procedures and interviewed witnesses. The investigation identified approximately $14,285 in allegedly unauthorized expenditures involving personal purchase and reimbursement requests.
"Public officials have a responsibility to safeguard taxpayer dollars. When those who are trusted with public funds misuse them for personal gain, they will be held accountable," said Attorney General Bonta. "My office will continue to investigate and prosecute public corruption to protect the integrity of our institutions and the Californians they serve."
The Attorney General's Office noted that the charges are merely allegations, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Source: GSM · USA (original Chinese edition)
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