Kickback trial for former New Mexico mayor is underway
May 19, 2021
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LAS VEGAS, N.M. (AP) A trial started this week for a former mayor in New Mexico after she was accused of using her position to give her then-boyfriend city contracts in exchange for kickbacks.
Fourth Judicial District Judge Abigail Aragon is presiding over the trial of former Las Vegas Mayor Tonita Gurule-Giron, which is expected to last until Friday in Las Vegas, about 100 miles (160 kilometers) northeast of Albuquerque.
Gurule-Giron, 63, pleaded not guilty last year to multiple criminal charges including engaging in an official act for personal financial gain, soliciting or receiving an illegal kickback, conspiracy to commit making or permitting a false public voucher and demanding or receiving a bride by a public officer or employee.