Former Colorado clerk Tina Peters has been convicted of election tampering, a verdict that could see her facing up to 22 years in prison. The conviction was handed down yesterday, with Peters scheduled to be sentenced in October.
The charges stem from a 2021 incident in which Peters, who was serving as the Mesa County Clerk, allowed an unauthorized individual to access the county’s voting equipment. This person reportedly made copies of hard drives and took photographs of secure passwords. Prosecutors argued that Peters not only facilitated this breach but also attempted to cover it up, leading to her conviction.
Colorado’s Secretary of State expressed satisfaction with the verdict, stating that justice has been served for the voters of Mesa County and emphasizing the importance of safeguarding election integrity. The case has drawn significant attention as part of broader concerns about election security and the potential for tampering in local and national elections.
As Peters awaits sentencing, the case continues to be a cautionary tale about the serious consequences of undermining electoral processes.
