Champaign police officer resigns after plea in DUI case

CHAMPAIGN – A Champaign police officer who pleaded guilty last month to driving under the influence has resigned her post.

Champaign Police Chief R.T. Finney said Lisa Staples, 39, resigned effective at 5 p.m. Tuesday.

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