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John Leopold

New Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman Sworn Into Office

She’s a long way from being a political household name, but that’s now changing for Laura Neuman. She was sworn in Friday morning as Anne Arundel County executive.

2013/02/22

Anne Arundel County Council Votes Laura Neuman New Executive

In a late night vote, Anne Arundel County replaces its disgraced county executive, John Leopold.

2013/02/21

16 Vie To Replace Leopold As Anne Arundel County Executive

The deadline was Friday, and 16 people have filed to be the next Anne Arundel County executive. This is all the result of John Leopold’s criminal conviction and resignation.

2013/02/15

Judge Denies Leopold New Trial

A judge has denied former Anne Arundel County Executive John Leopold’s motion for a new trial.

2013/02/14

Anne Arundel Executive Candidates To Attend Forum

A former Maryland first lady is expected to appear at a forum for candidates seeking to replace former Anne Arundel County Executive John Leopold.

2013/02/09

Leopold Resigns As Anne Arundel County Executive

Stepping down. Disgraced Anne Arundel County Executive John Leopold resigns just days after he was found guilty of misconduct in office.

2013/02/01

Leopold’s Political Future Up In The Air After Misconduct Conviction

An emergency session for the Anne Arundel County Council, as they begin the process of possibly removing County Executive John Leopold from that job after he’s found guilty of two counts of misconduct against him.

2013/01/30

Anne Arundel Co. Exec. John Leopold Found Guilty Of 2 Misconduct Charges; Not Guilty Of 2 Other Counts

A verdict is in. A judge found Anne Arundel County Executive John Leopold guilty of misconduct for Count 1: making staff perform campaign duties and Count 3: misconduct for personal errands.

2013/01/29

Defense Rests In Anne Arundel County Executive’s Misconduct Trial; Judge Denies Motion To Acquit

Anne Arundel County Executive John Leopold’s defense rests in his misconduct trial. On Monday, the defense wrapped up its case and again presented arguments on the defense motion to acquit. The judge denied those motions to acquit. Closing arguments will be held Tuesday.

2013/01/28