BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) - A 34-year-old Bismarck woman has pleaded not guilty to embezzling $12,500 from a high school dance team.
Melissa Weltz is charged with felony theft of property. She faces up to 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine if convicted.
Weltz is accused of stealing the money from the Bismarck High School Demonettes Booster Club while serving as treasurer. Police say she admitted to stealing money from the account.
Her attorney, Justin Vinje, said Tuesday that Weltz on her own told the booster club about the missing money and admitted taking it. He says Weltz has already repaid $12,500.
A jury trial for Weltz is scheduled on Aug. 11.