Robert_E._Russell

Robert E. Russell

Robert E. Russell

American politician (1941–2019)

Robert Elson Russell Sr. (December 18, 1941 – January 19, 2019) was an American politician. Elected to the Virginia House of Delegates in 1981, he faced Chip Dicks the following year after the court-mandated redrawing of districts. He was unsuccessful in this race but won election to the Virginia Senate in 1983.

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Russell was convicted of embezzling $6,750 from a not for profit cycling club. He was found guilty and sentenced to one year in prison. Since convicted criminals are not allowed to serve in the Virginia Senate, he resigned his seat in 1994.[1][2]

References

  1. [1]
    Kemper, Bob (January 26, 1994). "Convicted state senator resigns". Daily Press. p. C5. Retrieved February 5, 2021 – via Newspapers.com.
  2. [2]
    | Richmond Times-Dispatch | Jun 30, 2014 | Scandals bringing Virginia unwanted attention, Corruption cases and Morrissey indictment draw attention, but state has withstood past dramas | OLYMPIA MEOLA | ANDREW CAIN |
  • Robert E. Russell at The Virginia Elections and State Elected Officials Database Project, 1776-2007
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