The Tennessee Board of Parole has unanimously recommended a pardon for country music artist Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason DeFord. This recommendation follows a hearing during which several witnesses advocated for him, including law enforcement officials. Jelly Roll aims to travel internationally to perform and share his redemption story, reflecting on his past criminal record, including a robbery at age 17. The final decision now rests with Governor Bill Lee, who will determine whether the pardon is granted.
The board issued its nonbinding recommendation unanimously after a hearing that lasted about an hour and 45 minutes with several witnesses, including Nashville Sheriff Daron Hall, advocating for the 40-year-old musician named Jason DeFord.
Jelly Roll...has spoken openly about his criminal record and what it has taken to overcome it. He wants to be able to travel internationally to perform and share his message of redemption.
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