Brothers sentenced to probation after laundering money through State Fire Marshal's office

PORT ALLEN - Two brothers convicted on money laundering charges after fleecing the state of Louisiana more than $800,000 during state emergencies, avoided prison Friday when they were sentenced to probation and ordered to pay restitution and fines.District Attorney Tony Clayton was unhappy with Robert and Thomas McCormick's sentences and is examining it for a potential appeal."We wanted jail time," Clayton said. "Although we respect the court and this judge, we are stunned by the sentence. This