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State of New Mexico v. Sheryl Williams Stapleton
Date: 09-04-2026
Case Number: D-202-CR-202101811
Judge: David A. Murphy
Court: District Court, Bernalillo County, New Mexico
Plaintiff's Attorney: Joseph M. Spindel, Letitta Carroll, and Bryan Webster Nickerons
Defendant's Attorney: Amy Williams, Richard Moran, Brittany Schaffer, Richelle Anderson, Ryan Villa, and Ahmad Assed
Reported by: Kent Morlan
Former state Representative Sheryl Williams Stapleton was accused of took money meant for Albuquerque Public School students and spent it on herself. That happened over the course of eight years.
About This Case
What was the outcome of State of New Mexico v. Sheryl Williams Stapleton?
The outcome was: The Defendant elected to plead guilty.
Which court heard State of New Mexico v. Sheryl Williams Stapleton?
This case was heard in District Court, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, NM. The presiding judge was David A. Murphy.
Who were the attorneys in State of New Mexico v. Sheryl Williams Stapleton?
Plaintiff's attorney: Joseph M. Spindel, Letitta Carroll, and Bryan Webster Nickerons. Defendant's attorney: Amy Williams, Richard Moran, Brittany Schaffer, Richelle Anderson, Ryan Villa, and Ahmad Assed.
When was State of New Mexico v. Sheryl Williams Stapleton decided?
This case was decided on September 4, 2026.