Tina Peters Seeks Release After Trump Pardon in Motion Challenging Colorado State Authority
Attorneys representing former Colorado county clerk Tina Peters filed a motion to have her released from jail amid a challenge to the state after President Trump's pardon was recognized; the motion seeks recognition of the pardon and an end to Peters' detention in light of the presidential grant of clemency.
A new motion seeks the release of former Colorado county clerk Tina Peters from jail as attorneys challenge the state after President Trump's recent pardon, arguing that the pardon should be recognized by the appellate court and Peters' conviction overturned. The move comes after a federal judge denied Peters' request for a stay of her sentence in August. Peters, who was convicted on conspiracy and obstruction charges related to election tampering, was sentenced to 2.5 years in prison in June. If granted, the motion would be a significant development in Peters' ongoing battle against her conviction.
