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Laura Owens Pleads Guilty to Fraud | Mesa News

Laura Owens, the woman who falsely accused Clayton Echard of paternity fraud by fabricating pregnancy claims, has pleaded guilty to four felony charges including perjury, identity theft, and fraudulent schemes. She admitted to falsifying ultrasounds and using fake medical records — even impersonating others — to back her claims, which also targeted another man from Scottsdale. Prosecutors dropped ten additional charges in exchange for her plea, and she now faces 3 to 12 years in prison, with sentencing set for October 23rd. She’ll also pay restitution and must abide by a no-contact order with…

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