Alabama state Rep. David Cole ® on Tuesday was arrested and charged with voter fraud on accusations he voted in “multiple or unauthorized locations,” according to jail records provided by Madison County Sheriff’s Office.

According to the sheriff’s records, Cole was booked Tuesday afternoon and released on bail amounting to $2,500. The charge is a Class C felony, meaning conviction could result in up to 10 years in prison.

Al.com, a local news outlet, said Attorney General Steve Marshall’s office confirmed he was prosecuting the case.

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      Republican policy today is that is doesn’t matter if your business is the biggest moneymaker in the state; if you disagree publicly with the Führer, you must be punished.

      The Repubs gave up on big business. Scammers, hate groups, and Russia are their favorites now.