Former Hinds Assistant DA charged with conspiracy

Ex-Hinds County ADA Ivon Johnson accused of conspiracy

Former Hinds County Assistant District Attorney Ivon Johnson has been charged in federal court with conspiracy for allegedly accepting money to provide favorable treatment for defendants in criminal cases.

The one-count bill of information, often referred to as an affidavit, was filed in U.S. District Court in Mississippi by the U.S. Attorney’s office in Shreveport, La.

Southern District of Mississippi U.S. Attorney Greg Davis recused his office from handling the case, but spokeswoman Sheila Wilbanks would not provide specifics for the decision.

Clarion Ledger
7/18/16