Once accused of election fraud, former small-town mayor leaves court to applause
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Former Coldwater, Kansas Mayor Joe Ceballos pleaded guilty to misdemeanors for voting as a noncitizen.
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Joe Ceballos, a green card holder and former mayor of Coldwater, Kansas, pleaded guilty to misdemeanors for illegally voting as a noncitizen. Ceballos avoided jail time despite being accused of election fraud. This case highlights the legal consequences for noncitizens who vote in U.S. elections, even in local contests. His departure from court was met with applause.
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Joe Ceballos pleaded guilty to misdemeanors and avoided jail time.
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