Marilyn Mosby Convicted and Sentenced for Mortgage Fraud and Perjury

Marilyn Mosby, a former Baltimore city prosecutor known for her role in charging police officers in the death of Freddie Gray, was sentenced for perjury and mortgage fraud.

On Thursday, May 23 2024, she received a sentence of 12 months of home confinement, 100 hours of community service, and three years of supervised release, avoiding prison time.

Mosby, a Democrat and former State’s Attorney, was convicted of lying about her finances to withdraw funds early from her retirement account during the COVID-19 pandemic.

She also falsely claimed that $5,000 used for a Florida condominium was a gift from her husband. She maintains her innocence and plans to appeal her conviction and sentence, also seeking a presidential pardon.

At the sentencing, U.S. District Judge Lydia Kay Griggsby acknowledged the impact on Mosby’s family, particularly her two young daughters, and noted that her crimes did not involve taxpayer money. However, she emphasized Mosby’s pattern of dishonesty while in public office.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Sean Delaney argued for a 20-month sentence, highlighting the broader harm to public trust when officials lie.

Mosby’s defense argued that her case was unique, with no direct financial victims or public funds involved. Civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump supported Mosby, describing the prosecution as an attack on progressive prosecutors.

Mosby gained national attention in 2015 after charging officers in the death of Freddie Gray, which led to unrest in Baltimore. After acquittals, charges against the remaining officers were dropped. Mosby served two terms as state’s attorney before her indictment and losing re-election.

Mosby has applied for a presidential pardon, supported by the Congressional Black Caucus.