Former Arkansas Judge Convicted of Lying to FBI About Soliciting Sex

Thomas David Carruth found guilty of making false statements after attempting to extort sexual favors from a defendant's girlfriend.

Carruth, 64, solicited sex from a woman in exchange for expediting her boyfriend's trial.
The woman recorded the judge's propositions and shared the evidence with the FBI.
Carruth was acquitted of more severe charges including bribery and honest services fraud.
He faces up to five years in prison for the false statement conviction.
Sentencing has not yet been scheduled.