Marion Barry in the News
Marion barry in the news again. As usual, not in a good way.
Barry Sentenced to Three Years Probation
D.C. Council member and former mayor Marion Barry (D-Ward 8) this morning was sentenced to three years probation for misdemeanor charges of failing to pay federal and local taxes.
Barry, who tested positive for cocaine and marijuana use in a court-ordered drug test last fall, will also have to submit to further drug testing, or treatment, if ordered to do so by his probation office, U.S. Magistrate Judge Deborah A. Robinson said.
He owes $246,000 in taxes, plus interest and penalties,


