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Ex-Bell Councilwoman Turns Herself In For 2-Year Prison Term

BELL (CBSLA.com) — A former Bell City Council woman turned herself in Monday to serve time for her part in the city's salary scandal.

Teresa Jacobo will serve a two-year sentence for misappropriation of public funds through an excessive salary.

She earned more than $100,000 a year for her part-time council job.

Jacobo must also pay $242,000 in restitution to the city of Bell.

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