Alabama representative, Satsuma school board president charged

What happened

A sheriff said an Alabama representative and the president of the Satsuma school board have been charged with human trafficking. The announcement involves two public officials: a member of the Alabama House of Representatives and the leader of the Satsuma school board.

The charge is a criminal allegation. A charge is not a finding of guilt, and the court process will determine how the case proceeds.

The public offices involved

The Alabama representative serves in the state Legislature. The Satsuma school board president leads the local school board. The sheriff’s statement identifies both officials in connection with the human trafficking charges.

What happens next

The criminal case will move through the court process. Future steps may include court appearances, filings and decisions by a judge. The charges remain allegations unless established in court.

Read the report on the charges.