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Former Sheriff Sentenced for Misusing Public Funds | Charleston News
Former Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright is heading to federal prison for 41 months after pleading guilty to misusing public funds—diverting money meant for deputies and their families to buy pain pills. Despite his defense citing addiction and PTSD, the judge handed down the maximum sentence, emphasizing the heightened accountability expected of public servants. Prosecutors argued Wright betrayed public trust, while he must repay over $460,000 in restitution—though the county seeks more. He’s already paid $30,000 and has 45 days to report to prison. Two co-defendants, a former employee…
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