Country music star Jelly Roll is a step closer to being granted a pardon for crimes he committed, including robbery, in his younger days, a Tennessee sheriff said.
Country artist Jelly Roll may receive a state pardon for past convictions after the Tennessee Board of Parole voted unanimously to recommend clemency. Gov. Bill Lee will make the final decision.
Country musician Jelly Roll reacted to receiving a pardon recommendation from the Tennessee parole board for his criminal past, which includes robbery as a teen: 'I pray this goes through.'
The Tennessee Board of Parole is recommending a pardon for Grammy-nominated country star Jelly Roll on Tuesday, a decision that will be up to the state’s Republican Governor Bill Lee, according to the Associated Press.
The Tennessee Board of Parole on Tuesday recommended a pardon for country music star Jelly Roll, a Nashville native who has spoken openly about his criminal record and what it has taken to overcome it. The board’s action leaves the final decision on a pardon up to Gov. Bill Lee.
Jelly Roll is hoping to receive a full pardon to continue inspiring people around the world, after the Tennessee Board of Parole voted to recommend it to the governor.
Country music star Jelly Roll says he wants to share his message of hope and redemption with others, but says his criminal record is complicating his ability to travel internationally and perform.
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