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Laura Owens Indicted on Seven Felony Charges in Clayton Echard Paternity Case

The Maricopa County grand jury found evidence of fraud, forgery, and perjury after Owens falsely claimed Echard fathered her twins.

"The Bachelor" Season 26 star Clayton Echard.
Clayton Echard on Season 26 of ABC's "The Bachelor."
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Overview

  • Laura Owens, daughter of radio personality Ronn Owens, was indicted on seven felony counts, including fraud, forgery, perjury, and evidence tampering.
  • The charges stem from a 2023 paternity suit in which Owens alleged she was pregnant with twins by former 'Bachelor' star Clayton Echard.
  • Investigators found Owens fabricated evidence, including altering an ultrasound and creating a fake pregnancy video, and lied under oath multiple times.
  • In 2024, a judge ruled Owens' claims were fraudulent, awarding Echard attorneys' fees and referring her for prosecution.
  • Echard denied paternity, stating their interaction involved no intercourse, and expressed relief over the indictment, while Owens has yet to comment.