Misty Roberts, a former mayor of DeRidder, Louisiana, has been sentenced to 90 days in prison for raping a 16-year-old boy. The 44-year-old was convicted earlier this year of two felonies: carnal knowledge of a juvenile (statutory rape) and indecent behavior with a juvenile.
The assault occurred in July 2024 at Roberts' home during a pool party where alcohol was consumed. Roberts, who had been mayor since 2018, faced up to 17 years in prison but received a lenient sentence. In addition to the jail term, she must register as a sex offender, pay $5,000 in fines, and undergo regular drug screenings and psychological therapy.
Roberts also received two five-year suspended sentences, to run concurrently unless she violates parole. Addressing the court, she said: 'I blame myself then, I blame myself today, and I will blame myself for the rest of my life … I let a lot of people down, and I am the only person responsible for that.'
The victim's mother delivered an impact statement, describing Roberts as 'a predator with hair extensions, high heels, Botox, and other modifications.' She spoke of her son's trauma, saying: 'Every social event carried questions no teenager should have to ask … Half of his high school experience was taken from him.'
