CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A Charlotte businesswoman pleaded guilty to embezzling nearly $250,000 in tax money.
Stephanie Holbrooks is the chief financial officer for Appian Construction.
She helped the company keep $245,000 worth of taxes over a period of six years starting in 2010.
A judge sentenced her to six months in jail, along with community service and probation.
She has paid the money back.
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