Michele Fiore, amid the stark aura of legal reprimand, finds herself devoid of judicial payment following a conviction on multiple fraud charges earlier in the month. As KTNV reports, the former Las Vegas councilwoman and current Nye County Justice of the Peace was initially suspended with pay after an indictment in July, due to allegations of federal fraud during her tenure on the Las Vegas City Council.
Fiore’s suspension without pay comes after a jury found her guilty on six counts of wire fraud and one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud relating to her misappropriation of funds intended for the creation of a memorial statue for a fallen Las Vegas Metropolitan Police officer. Each count against Fiore signifies a potential gulch of up to 20 years in prison, her sentencing is slated for January 6 at 1:30 p.m, as per KTNV.
In a demonstration of unity against fiscal misconduct, the Nevada Commission on Judicial Discipline voted unanimously for the suspension, stripping Fiore of her compensation. FOX5 Vegas highlights the allegations against Fiore, which paint a sordid picture of charitable donations meant to honor fallen officers that were instead redirected to personal expenses, such as political fundraising and even her daughter's wedding.
