The Nevada County District Attorney's Office announced the indictment of two Fire Safe Council leaders on 29 felony charges for misusing taxpayer funds. - Jamie Jones and Christopher Wackerly face charges including embezzlement, grand theft, and money laundering.
- The alleged misconduct occurred over approximately six years, from 2018 to 2025. - Losses exceed $100,000, with special allegations of aggravated white-collar crime.
- Both defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.