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A Santa Maria Valley attorney, Debbie Morawski, has been sentenced to six years in prison for embezzling over half a million dollars from an elderly client’s trust she managed — even after the client’s death. Found guilty on four felonies, including theft from an elder and money laundering, Morawski allegedly spent the funds on vacations and luxury shopping. The victim’s family delivered a heart-wrenching courtroom plea, calling her betrayal a devastating blow to trust. Morawski must pay nearly $675,000 in restitution — including to the state bar — plus a $150,000 fine, marking the end of her legal career and the start of her prison term.

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