Smith pleaded guilty to obstruction of justice. He wrote checks from his campaign fund to friends and subordinates, who kicked the money back to him. When the FBI started investigating, Smith tried to organize a cover-up.
Eric Smith pleads guilty to obstruction of justice
Former Macomb County prosecutor faces federal sentencing in April By: Alex Szwarc | C&G Newspapers | Published January 27, 2021
Eric Smith
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“I deeply regret my actions and the shame I’ve brought to my wife, children, the office I spent nearly 30 years working for, and the people of Macomb County.
Eric Smith, Ex-Macomb County Prosecutor
MACOMB COUNTY Eric Smith now has a felony conviction on his record.
A plea hearing was held Jan. 27 before U.S. District Judge Linda Parker. The proceeding was conducted via Zoom, with Smith and his attorneys seated in a conference room.