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Marilyn Mosby’s Mortgage Fraud Conviction Overturned, Perjury Stands

7/13/2025

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In a significant legal twist, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit has overturned Marilyn Mosby's mortgage fraud conviction, citing jury instruction errors. However, her perjury convictions remain intact, stemming from false financial claims. Mosby now faces a year of home confinement and three years of supervised release, marking a tumultuous chapter in her career.

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In a significant legal twist, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit has overturned Marilyn Mosby's mortgage fraud conviction, citing jury instruction errors. However, her perjury convictions remain intact, stemming from false financial claims. Mosby now faces a year of home confinement and three years of supervised release, marking a tumultuous chapter in her career.