The bond would guarantee she would pay back the money if the appeal is denied. The Board of Elections challenges Brown's candidacy on the grounds that she is the holder of public funds, the same reasons given by earlier challengers. After Judge A.R. Rahn requests that Brown post bond for the money she owes, Brown files paperwork to disqualify the judge. JULY - DA Tom Durden announces he will present a proposed indictment in August on charges of theft and malpractice in office. A Liberty County grand jury hears charges of theft, racketeering and malpractice against Brown.
Jurors dismiss six misdemeanor counts of malpractice in office.
Later in the month, Brown enters a plea of not guilty. 25 - Brown fires her attorneys after they urge her to plead guilty during the trial. 26 - Brown found guilty of four counts of theft by conversion and one count of racketeering.