By AZ Mirror
Cochise County Supervisor Peggy Judd has entered into a plea deal to avoid a felony after she and another supervisor delayed certifying the 2022 election over fears of non-existent voter fraud in Maricopa County.
Attorney General Kris Mayes announced Monday that Judd entered into the agreement, pleading guilty to refusing to perform the duty of an election officer, a class 3 misdemeanor. She will be sentenced to unsupervised probation for 90 days and must pay a $500 fine.
By avoiding a felony conviction, Judd will be able to retain her right to vote — and her seat on the Cochise County Board of Supervisors.
“Any attempt to interfere with elections in Arizona will not be tolerated. My office will continue to pursue justice and ensure that anyone who undermines our electoral system is held accountable” Mayes said in a press release announcing the plea deal. “Today’s plea agreement and sentencing should serve as a strong reminder that I will not hesitate to use every tool available to uphold the rule of law and protect the integrity of Arizona’s elections.”
