Laura Owens Paternity Fraud Case
Laura Owens' trial for multiple felony charges, including fraud and perjury, was postponed on July 27, 2026, to October 28, 2026, to facilitate plea negotiations and a settlement conference scheduled for August 28, 2026. As of July 27, 2026, Owens has been granted indigency status to hire a digital forensics expert and has waived her speedy trial rights. Investigators allege Owens fabricated evidence in a paternity lawsuit against Clayton Echard, including altering an ultrasound image and a pregnancy video, and lying under oath. Her parents' home is scheduled for auction on July 28, 2026, due to their bankruptcy, and Owens' defense attorney filed a motion on July 9, 2026, to declare her indigent, transferring defense expert costs to Arizona taxpayers.
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July 2026 — 5 developments
Laura Owens Trial Postponed for Plea Negotiations; Indigency Status Granted
Laura Owens' trial has been postponed to October 28, 2026, to facilitate plea negotiations and a settlement conference scheduled for August 28, 2026. Owens has been granted indigency status to hire a digital forensics expert and has waived her speedy trial rights as she faces multiple felony charges including fraud and perjury.
Laura Owens seeks trial continuance, signaling potential plea deal
Laura Owens' defense attorney filed a motion on July 21, 2026, to continue her trial management conference and trial assignment dates by 90 days, suggesting a plea agreement is close. Owens was granted indigency status to hire a digital forensics expert. Her parents' creditors' meeting on July 16, 2026, addressed their bankruptcy and a postponed foreclosure auction.
Laura Owens' Defense Seeks Indigent Status, Shifting Costs to Taxpayers
Laura Owens' defense attorney filed a motion on July 9, 2026, requesting the court declare her indigent, which would transfer the cost of defense experts to Arizona taxpayers. This action follows her family's depletion of funds due to ongoing legal battles and an outstanding judgment owed to Clayton Echard.
Laura Owens' Plea Deal Extended Amidst Parents' Bankruptcy Case and Home Auction
Laura Owens' plea deal discussions for felony charges including fraud, forgery, and perjury have seen multiple deadline extensions, with case management discussions occurring in late June and early July 2026. Her parents' bankruptcy case has resulted in their home being scheduled for auction on July 28, 2026, after their request to extend an automatic stay was denied.
Laura Owens Case: New Settlement Conference Set, Plea Terms Discussed
Laura Owens' case has a new settlement conference scheduled for August 28, 2026. Plea terms for her felony charges were developed in consultation with the Maricopa County Attorney's Office.
June 2026 — 10 developments
Laura Owens Considers Plea Deal in Fraud Case, Court Date Set for June 29
Laura Owens' defense team is reviewing a plea agreement presented on June 26, 2026, which offers probation or 3 to 12.5 years in prison for Class 2 felonies. A decision on the plea is expected by June 26, with a Complex Case Management Conference scheduled for June 29, 2026, which could involve a change of plea.
Laura Owens Attends Settlement Conference, Plea Offer Discussed Amidst Discovery Dispute
Laura Owens attended a settlement conference on June 26, 2026, where sentencing guidelines for Class 2 felonies were discussed and a plea offer was presented. Her defense requested more time to review discovery and contested the fraud charge.
Laura Owens Accused of Fabricating Evidence in Paternity Lawsuit
Investigators allege Laura Owens fabricated evidence in a paternity lawsuit against Clayton Echard, including altering an ultrasound image and a pregnancy video, and lying under oath. Her civil case appeals have been denied, and the ruling for her to pay Echard's legal fees stands.
Laura Owens Case: Plea Deal Extended, New Court Dates Set Amid Delay Allegations
Clayton Echard urged a judge to compel Laura Owens to decide on proceeding to trial, alleging she was delaying the Arizona case. Owens' plea deal was extended to June 26, 2026, with further court dates including a Final Trial Management Conference on July 22, 2026, and a Trial Assignment on July 29, 2026.
Laura Owens' attorney to close law office July 1 amid ongoing case
David Gingras, one of Laura Owens' attorneys, announced he will be closing his law office on July 1, 2026. Owens is currently facing multiple felony charges related to false claims of pregnancy and is involved in a case in California concerning a domestic violence restraining order.
Laura Owens' Parents' Bankruptcy Mentioned; Alleged Harassment and Legal Bills Rise
Laura Owens' parents' bankruptcy proceedings were mentioned in a court hearing on June 18, 2026, amid Laura Owens' ongoing fraud case. New documents also indicate her alleged legal bills have exceeded $100,000, and she is reportedly continuing to harass a victim through California courts. Owens faces felony charges in Arizona related to a paternity lawsuit.
Laura Owens' Parents File for Bankruptcy Amid Daughter's Fraud Case
Laura Owens' parents, Ron and Jan Owens, have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. This development comes amid Laura Owens' ongoing criminal case involving fraud allegations. Her plea deal deadline has been extended to June 26, 2026.
Laura Owens' Plea Talks Continue as Trial Scheduled for Later This Summer
Plea talks are reportedly continuing in Laura Owens' criminal case, which includes charges of Fraudulent Schemes and Artifices, Forgery, Perjury, and Tampering with Physical Evidence. A trial is currently scheduled for later this summer.
Critics Demand Removal of Laura Owens' TEDx Talk Amidst Paternity Fraud Charges
Critics are calling for the removal of Laura Owens' 2021 TEDx talk, citing her ongoing criminal case involving allegations of faking pregnancies. Owens faces multiple felony charges, including fraud, forgery, and perjury, and has pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Laura Owens' legal case progresses with June 29 hearing; Arizona Supreme Court denies review
Laura Owens' legal proceedings continue with a case management conference and potential change of plea hearing set for June 29, 2026, following an extended plea deadline of June 26, 2026. The Arizona Supreme Court recently denied Owens' petition for review. Owens faces felony charges including fraud, forgery, and perjury.
May 2026 — 3 developments
Laura Owens' plea deal extended, new court dates set in fraud case
Laura Owens appeared in court on May 20, 2026, for a Complex Case Management Conference where her plea deal was extended to June 26, 2026. The next court date is scheduled for June 29, 2026, which will either be a Change of Plea or another Complex Case Management Conference.
Laura Owens faces felony charges in Arizona for alleged paternity fraud scheme
Laura Owens is facing multiple felony charges in Arizona for an alleged paternity fraud scheme involving Clayton Echard. The Maricopa County Attorney's Office began investigating Owens in July 2024 after she allegedly made inconsistent statements during a paternity hearing. Investigators claim Owens faked a pregnancy of twins, sought child support from Echard, and then claimed a miscarriage, manipulating him with altered ultrasound images and lying under oath.
Laura Owens' bankruptcy case dismissed; appeal deadline extended
Laura Owens' bankruptcy case was dismissed in May 2026, with a restriction preventing her from filing for bankruptcy again for one year. Additionally, her deadline to file an appellate brief in a case involving Michael Marraccini has been extended to June 29, 2026.
April 2026 — 4 developments
Laura Owens indicted on additional felony charges for falsely claiming pregnancy in Scottsdale
Laura Owens has been indicted on additional felony charges for allegedly falsely claiming pregnancy with a second victim in Scottsdale. These charges are in addition to those from the Clayton Echard case. Owens was permitted to travel out of state for two weeks in April and May.
State Fails to Respond to Laura Owens' Plea Deal Extension Request
As of April 9, 2026, the state had not responded to Laura Owens' attorney's request for an extension on her plea deal deadline, which is set to expire on April 24, 2026. Community speculation suggests external pressures and the hiring of a plea deal specialist may influence her decision.
Laura Owens granted out-of-state travel by judge ahead of plea deadline
Laura Owens had a court hearing on April 9, 2026, where a judge allowed her to travel out of state for two weeks. A plea deadline is approaching at the end of April, and a case management conference is scheduled for May 20.
Laura Owens indicted on additional felony charges, including perjury and identity theft
Laura Owens has been indicted on additional felony charges, including perjury, fraudulent schemes and artifices, identity theft, and forgery, related to a second victim. She has pleaded not guilty to all charges. A plea deal is set to expire on April 24, 2026, and her trial is scheduled for July 29, 2026.
February 2026 — 1 developments
Laura Owens May Accept Plea Deal in Pregnancy Scam Case
Laura Owens, accused of faking pregnancies to scam two men, may accept a plea deal instead of going to trial. Her attorney confirmed that a plea deal with an expiration date of April 24, 2026, has been extended. Owens was indicted in May 2025 on multiple felony charges, including fraud, forgery, and perjury.
January 2026 — 5 developments
Report details Greg Gillespie's claim Laura Owens sent fake ultrasound in 2021
The final part of an investigation report, released in January 2026, detailed allegations against Laura Owens by Greg Gillespie, who claimed she sent him a fake ultrasound image in 2021 after connecting on a dating app.
Report vindicates Clayton Echard, shows Laura Owens faked pregnancies with family complicity
An investigative report has reportedly vindicated Clayton Echard by showing Laura Owens faked pregnancies, with a video suggesting her family's complicity in the deception.
Laura Owens' case against Michael Marraccini dismissed; awaits trial on 14 criminal charges
Laura Owens' case against Michael Marraccini has been dismissed, and she is currently awaiting trial for 14 criminal charges in Arizona for fraud and perjury.
Laura Owens investigated for perjury and evidence tampering after judge's ruling
A supplemental report from January 22, 2026, details an investigation into Laura Owens for perjury and tampering with evidence. This stems from a ruling by Judge Julie Ann Mata, who found that Owens presented false claims and violated court orders.
Woodnick Law Files Adversary Complaint Against Laura Owens
On January 9, 2026, Woodnick Law filed an Adversary Complaint against Laura Owens, likely related to nondischargeability in a bankruptcy proceeding.
December 2025 — 3 developments
SWAT Team Raids Laura Owens' Property in Paternity Case; Sealed Indictment Leaked Online
A website highlighted a SWAT team raid on Laura Owens' Scottsdale property on January 29, 2025, in connection with a paternity case, raising questions about the proportionality of the police response. Additionally, concerns have been raised about the integrity of the prosecution after a sealed superseding indictment reportedly circulated online before its official release, with a content creator livestreaming it on November 11, 2025.
Laura Owens' criminal trial rescheduled for July 29, 2026 after re-charge
Laura Owens' criminal trial is now scheduled for July 29, 2026. Her original criminal case was dismissed and subsequently re-charged under a new case number.
Laura Owens pleads not guilty, new trial date set
Laura Owens appeared for arraignment on the new, consolidated charges, pleaded not guilty, and a new criminal trial date was set.
November 2025 — 5 developments
Michael Marraccini claims Laura Owens falsely accused him of impregnating her with twins
Michael Marraccini claims Laura Owens falsely accused him of impregnating her with twins in 2016, presenting fake pregnancy tests. Owens denies these claims, but faces 14 felony counts alleging fraud and perjury against other men.
Laura Owens' private attorney withdraws, she requests public defender
Laura Owens' private criminal attorney withdrew from her case, and she subsequently requested a public defender.
Laura Owens indicted again in Maricopa County on felony charges for false pregnancy claim
Laura Owens has been indicted for a second time by a grand jury in Maricopa County, Arizona, on felony charges related to a false claim of pregnancy involving a second victim. She is accused of forging documents and perjuring herself, facing charges including perjury, fraud, and forgery.
Arizona files 7 new felony charges against Laura Owens for false pregnancy claim
The State of Arizona filed an additional seven felony charges against Laura Owens, related to a false pregnancy claim involving a second victim, Greg Gillespie, bringing the total to 14 felony counts.
Laura Owens' restraining order renewal request dismissed after court no-show
A domestic violence restraining order renewal request against Laura Owens was dismissed on November 5, 2025, after she failed to appear in court, reportedly due to being in the hospital.
July 2025 — 1 developments
Arizona Court Grants Protective Order Against Laura Owens, Restricting Access to Victim Information
In July 2025, an Arizona court granted a protective order in the case of State of AZ v. Laura Owens, restricting her access to victim's personal or identity information found on a laptop. Additionally, an arraignment hearing in the criminal case (CR2025-006831-001) was scheduled for December 2, 2025.
May 2025 — 5 developments
Laura Owens pleads not guilty to seven felony charges
Laura Owens pleaded not guilty to the initial seven felony charges during her arraignment.
Laura Owens indicted on new charges after original criminal case dismissed and re-charged
Laura Owens was indicted in May 2025 on seven felony charges, including fraudulent schemes, forgery, perjury, and tampering with physical evidence, related to a paternity case against Clayton Echard. She later faced additional charges concerning a second victim in November 2025. In December 2025, her original criminal case was dismissed and re-charged following a supervening indictment.
Laura Owens indicted on seven felony charges for allegedly faking pregnancy with Clayton Echard
Laura Owens was indicted on seven felony charges, including fraudulent schemes, forgery, and perjury, for allegedly faking a pregnancy with "The Bachelor" star Clayton Echard. She pleaded not guilty during an arraignment hearing on May 29, 2025, and the court set future dates for a pre-trial conference and trial assignment. Investigators allege Owens altered an ultrasound image and fabricated a pregnancy video between May 2023 and June 2024.
Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell Indicts Laura Owens in Paternity Scheme
Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell announced on May 6, 2025, the indictment of Laura Owens on felony charges related to a paternity scheme involving Clayton Echard. Owens had previously filed a lawsuit seeking child support from Echard before dropping her claim.
Arizona files seven felony charges against Laura Owens in Clayton Echard case
The State of Arizona filed seven felony charges against Laura Owens, including fraudulent schemes, forgery, and perjury, related to the Clayton Echard case.
March 2025 — 1 developments
Arizona Court of Appeals denies Laura Owens' appeal in Echard paternity case
The Arizona Court of Appeals denied Laura Owens' appeal of the family court's ruling in the Echard paternity case.
July 2024 — 1 developments
Maricopa County Attorney's Office Investigates Laura Owens After Judge's Referral
The Maricopa County Attorney's Office initiated an investigation into Laura Owens' actions following the family court judge's referral.
June 2024 — 1 developments
Judge Rules Laura Owens Never Pregnant with Clayton Echard's Child, Refers Case to Prosecutors
A family court judge ruled that Laura Owens was never pregnant with Clayton Echard's child, found she filed the case in bad faith, provided false testimony, and referred the matter to the Maricopa County Attorney's Office for review.
November 2023 — 1 developments
Owens testified she was 24 weeks pregnant with Echard's twins
Owens testified in court that she was 24 weeks pregnant with Echard's twins.
May 2023 — 1 developments
Laura Owens files paternity suit against former 'Bachelor' Clayton Echard
Laura Owens filed a paternity suit against former "Bachelor" star Clayton Echard, claiming she was pregnant with his twins following a brief encounter.
August 2021 — 1 developments
Laura Owens Sues Greg Gillespie Over False Paternity Claim for Twins
Laura Owens' first known legal action related to a false pregnancy claim began with a summons and complaint filed against Greg Gillespie, who she claimed was the father of her twins after a few dates.