# Mayor’s Trial Tax Revealed

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Podcast: [New Orleans News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/new-orleans-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7562541)
Published: 2026-06-27T01:21:53+00:00
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## Resource

Former DeRidder mayor Misty Roberts got a shocking sentence: two five-year suspended sentences and 90 days in jail after a jury convicted her of having sex with a 16-year-old while in office. Judge Kent Savoie cited past cases — all 34 resolved via plea deals — to highlight the rarity of her trial conviction. Twenty-five of those cases involved suspended sentences, twelve had no jail time at all, sparking debate over the “trial tax” that often lands harsher penalties on those who go to trial. The judge refused to consider her elected position as a sentencing factor, saying it only matters if it directly aided the crime. Roberts is now serving her 90-day term, and upon release, she’ll be a registered sex offender on probation, required to undergo therapy and drug tests — with up to 10 years in prison if she violates any terms. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d99425108462fd29

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