Deborah Carona is the spouse of former Orange County, California, Sheriff Michael Carona. The couple, along with Michael Carona's mistress, Debra Hoffman, are accused of a conspiracy to misuse his office for financial gain. Deborah Carona is accused of conspiracy and will be tried separately from her husband.OCRegister.com: Carona's Wife Seeks to Sever Her Trial (March 14, 2008) Mr. Carona's trial began on October 28, 2008 and he will be tried with his mistress.
