Newsom Guilty on 2 Felony Charges Related to Bail Bonds Business - Larry Basford
August 5, 2026 - 23:48
Specifically, Newsom was convicted of being an unlawful bail bond agent or employee and of aiding or abetting an unlicensed bail bond agent. The charges stem from his involvement in a bail bonds business during a time when he held a position that legally barred him from such work.
Basford said the conviction underscores the importance of holding public officials to the highest standards. The case was prosecuted by his office, and the jury deliberated before returning the guilty verdict on both counts.
Newsom, who had already been suspended from his commissioner post, now faces sentencing. The felony convictions carry the possibility of significant prison time, though the exact penalty will be determined by the court at a later hearing. Defense attorneys have not yet indicated whether they plan to appeal the decision.
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