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Former Virginia sheriff convicted of bribery in cash-for-badges scheme

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Former Culpeper Sheriff Scott Jenkins convicted of bribery in cash-for-badges scheme.

Jenkins took the stand in his own defense and said there was no connection between payments he received and badges he handed out.

Jenkins was indicted in 2023 on 16 counts, including conspiracy, wire fraud and bribery.

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semi-formal

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English

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