Joanne Segovia, former executive director of the San Jose Police Officers' Association, received three years of probation and 100 hours of community service after being convicted for illegally importing opioid painkillers. Despite facing potential prison time, the consensus between prosecutors and defense indicated that her drug addiction drove her actions rather than greed. U.S. Attorney Joseph Tartakovsky emphasized that Segovia was financially suffering due to her addiction. Her conviction serves as a warning regarding the opioid crisis while allowing her an opportunity for recovery.
"Segovia was losing money. In fact, she was hemorrhaging tens of thousands a year on her habit..."
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