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Tina Peters to go free after Colorado Gov. Polis commutes her sentence

Tina Peters to go free after Colorado Gov. Polis commutes her sentence

Summary

Tina Peters, a former Colorado elections clerk convicted for trying to interfere with the 2020 presidential election, will be released from prison. Governor Jared Polis reduced her sentence, allowing her to go free earlier than planned.

Key Facts

  • Tina Peters was convicted for actions meant to undermine the 2020 election results.
  • She worked as an elections clerk in Colorado.
  • Colorado Governor Jared Polis commuted her sentence on Friday.
  • Commuting a sentence means the governor reduced the time she has to spend in prison.
  • Polis announced the decision during an interview with Colorado Public Radio.
  • Peters will be freed from prison as a result of this decision.
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