CHARLOTTE — The daughter of former Charlotte City Councilwoman Tiawana Brown is expected to officially plead guilty Wednesday morning.
Prosecutors say Tijema Brown and her mother lied on loan applications for Covid-19 relief funds, including PPP.
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Tiawana admitted to fraudulently obtaining more than $40,000 in government funds. Prosecutors also say she spent at least some of the money on personal expenses, including roughly $15,000 on a 50th birthday party for herself.
Tiawana pleaded guilty earlier this year and is still waiting to be sentenced.
Tijema Brown’s plea hearing is set for 11:15 a.m.
This is a developing story. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.
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