Sentencing Delayed For Former County Commissioner

TULSA, Okla. (AP) -- Sentencing is being delayed for a former Rogers County commissioner who was convicted of conspiracy, fraud and money laundering.<br/><br/>A federal judge reset the sentencing of former

Friday, June 15th 2007, 8:30 am

By: News On 6

TULSA, Okla. (AP) -- Sentencing is being delayed for a former Rogers County commissioner who was convicted of conspiracy, fraud and money laundering.

A federal judge reset the sentencing of former Commissioner Randy Baldridge for July 30th.

The delay comes after a federal probation officer changed his recommendation for prison time for Baldridge.

The officer initially recommended a sentence of 15 to 21 months but amended the recommendation to 51 to 63 months.

Federal Judge Terence Kern says he has concerns about the recommendations and need to find a way to compromise.

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