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Colorado Democrats censure Polis over Tina Peters commutation

Colorado Democrats censure Polis over Tina Peters commutation

Summary

Colorado Democrats criticized Governor Jared Polis for reducing the prison sentence of Tina Peters, a former election clerk. Peters’ sentence was cut from almost nine years to 4.5 years, and she is expected to be released next month.

Key Facts

  • Colorado Governor Jared Polis shortened Tina Peters’ prison sentence.
  • Tina Peters was originally sentenced to nearly nine years in prison.
  • Her sentence was reduced to 4.5 years.
  • Peters is a former election clerk.
  • She is expected to be released next month.
  • The censure happened during a virtual meeting of Colorado Democrats.
  • Most state Democrats expressed strong disapproval of the sentence reduction.
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