Former Elkhart County clerks sentenced for misconduct Thursday
Posted: Feb 12, 2026 11:20 AM EST
Christopher Anderson, Carol Smith
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In September 2025, Anderson and Smith were indicted by an Elkhart grand jury for official misconduct and criminal conversion. They were accused of paying county employees more hours than they worked.
Smith was found guilty of Misconduct, a Class 6 Felony, and Conversion, a Misdemeanor.
Anderson pled guilty to Official Misconduct in early January.
Neither will serve any jail time and instead were given probation for the next two years.
Due to Anderson's plea deal, his felony may be converted into a misdemeanor through his probation and community service.
Smith’s attorney told ABC57 they've not decided if they'll appeal her sentencing at this time.
