Leslie Johnson (councilwoman) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Leslie E. Johnson
|
|
|---|---|
| Prince George's County Council, District 6 | |
| In office December 6, 2010 – 2011 |
|
| Preceded by | Samuel H. Dean |
| Constituency | Prince George's County |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Nashville, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Jack B. Johnson |
| Residence | Mitchellville, Maryland |
| Profession | Attorney |
Leslie Ellen Johnson is a former council member for Prince George's County, Maryland. She represented the sixth district of the county. She is also the wife of Jack B. Johnson, who was a former county executive.
Contents
About Leslie Johnson's Public Service
Leslie Johnson served on the Prince George's County Council. This council helps make important decisions for the county. Council members are elected by the people they represent.
Her Time on the Council
Leslie Johnson was sworn into office on December 6, 2010. This means she officially started her job as a council member. Some other council members did not agree with her taking office at that time.
Changes in Her Role
In 2011, Leslie Johnson faced legal challenges. On June 30, 2011, she admitted to actions that were against the rules for public officials. Because of these legal issues, Maryland law required her to step down from her position once her case was decided.
Leslie Johnson announced her resignation on July 5, 2011. Her resignation became official on July 31, 2011. The county council asked her to leave her position right away. They also decided to remove her council staff, county car, and cell phone.
After Her Time in Office
On December 9, 2011, Leslie Johnson received a sentence of one year and one day. She began serving this sentence in March 2012. She was at the Federal Prison Camp, Alderson. She was released after ten months because of good behavior.
