83-year-old Alabama former legislator sentenced to 13 months in federal prison for kickback scheme
‘He let down not only his constituents and the people of Alabama but also the office that he held for more than 40 years.’
‘He let down not only his constituents and the people of Alabama but also the office that he held for more than 40 years.’
Federal prosecutors are recommending that John Rogers be sentenced to 14 months of home confinement. He agreed to pay $197, 950 in restitution as part of the plea deal.
Federal prosecutors said that between 2018 and 2018 Rogers directed $400,000 to a youth sports organization run by Fred L. Plump Jr.
‘I’m pretty confident that I’m going to be cleared. Looking forward to my day in court.’
The legislation has several exceptions, including for when the vehicle is parked or when steering wheel controls are in use.