Carlee Russell Avoids Jail Time for Kidnapping Hoax After Tearful Plea to Judge
“I want to genuinely apologize for my actions,” Russell said in court.
Carlee Russell
Judge Finds Carlee Russell Guilty of Staging Her Kidnapping, Recommends Jail Time
Russell’s lawyers say they plan to appeal the verdict.
Carlee Russell Charged After Admitting to Kidnapping Hoax
The 25-year-old could face up to a year in prison.
Carlee Russell Asks for ‘Forgiveness and Prayers’ After Admitting She Faked Kidnapping
“There was no kidnapping,” Russell’s lawyer said in a statement.
Carlee Russell Searched Internet for ‘Taken’ Movie Just Before Disappearance
Russell, who went missing for two days, also looked up bus tickets.