Singer Jelly Roll pardoned by Tennessee governor
Tennessee governor Bill Lee granted pardons to 33 individuals, including singer Jason DeFord, better known as Jelly Roll. DeFord, who has a criminal record involving robbery adn cocaine possession with intent to distribute, received his pardon after demonstrating exemplary behavior since completing his sentence and being out of prison for over five years. His pardon was approved by the Tennessee Board of Parole and officially granted by the governor. The pardon ceremony took place at the governor’s residence, with Davidson County Sheriff Daron Hall present. Recently, jelly Roll also received recognition for joining the Grand Ole Opry, marking a significant positive turn in his career.
Singer Jelly Roll pardoned by Tennessee governor
(The Center Square) – Among the names of 33 people pardoned Thursday by Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee (R) was Jason DeFord, but that’s not the name that people would recognize.
Jason DeFord is better known as Jelly Roll, a singer known for hits such as “Son of a Sinner” and “I Am Not Okay.”
The singer received his pardon in the governor’s residence. Davidson County Sheriff Daron Hall appeared with DeFord in April when he petitioned the Tennessee Board of Parole for a pardon. The board approved his request, but the final decision was up to Lee.
DeFord is open about his past arrest. His record shows convictions for robbery and possession of cocaine with the intent to distribute.
To obtain a pardon, the applicant should have been out of prison for more than five years and not under community supervision and demonstrated “exemplary citizenship since the completion of the sentence,” according to the Board of Parole.
DeFord’s name was seventh on the list.
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“After thoroughly reviewing the merits of each case, I have decided to grant 33 individuals executive clemency,” Lee said in a release. “Each individual case is unique and warranted consideration, and I thank the Board of Parole members for their thoughtful recommendations throughout this process.”
It’s been a good month for Jelly Roll. Last week, it was announced that he is joining the Grand Ole Opry.
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