President Donald Trump's decision to pardon reality television stars Todd and Julie Chrisley has stirred controversy, potentially freeing them from $36 million in restitution linked to their 2022 fraud convictions. Under federal law, if a defendant is pardoned, they are no longer required to pay restitution, and previously paid amounts might need to be returned. The Chrisleys, who faced lengthy prison sentences, expressed excitement over the news, which could significantly impact the victims they were convicted of defrauding.
If a defendant is ordered to pay restitution and is then pardoned, the restitution is scrubbed and no longer has to be paid, TMZ reported, citing federal law.
The stars of Chrisley Knows Best were convicted in 2022 of fraud, tax evasion, and conspiracy related to over $36 million in fraudulent loans.
Todd was slapped with a 12-year sentence, with Julie ordered to serve seven years. At least they were until Tuesday night, when Trump... granted the couple a full pardon.
We are freaking out over here, daughter Savannah Chrisley told her social media followers in a video posted Tuesday night.
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