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Philip Moran

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Philip Moran, a former Mississippi state senator and former member of the Mississippi State Parole Board, was convicted in June 2026 on charges of bribery and conspiracy to commit bribery. Alongside his son, former Diamondhead councilman Alan Moran, Philip orchestrated a scheme to offer $20,000 to a stalking victim in exchange for dropping misdemeanor charges against his son. In June 2026, Judge Christopher Schmidt sentenced Philip Moran to 20 years in prison, with 12 years to serve and eight years of post-release supervision. Prior to his trial, Philip’s bond was revoked in March 2026 after he violated house arrest conditions by traveling to multiple locations, including restaurants and retail stores.

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Ex-MS state senator Philip Moran, son guilty on all counts | Biloxi Sun Herald

www.sunherald.com · 2026-06-13

Former Mississippi senator, ex-councilman son sentenced in bribery scheme targeting stalking victim - SuperTalk Mississippi

www.supertalk.fm · 2026-06-25

Philip and Alan Moran arrested, charged with bribery | Biloxi Sun Herald

www.sunherald.com · 2025-05-31

‘Power, privilege and influence.’ Moran bribery trial underway in Hancock County - AOL

www.aol.com · 2026-06-11

Former State Sen. Philip Moran headed back to jail after leaving house arrest for fish fries, other errands

www.wlox.com · 2026-03-13

Ex-MS senator Philip Moran seeks delay in bribery sentencing | Biloxi Sun Herald