Politics & Government
Balfour Indicted on 18 Counts
A grand jury indicted the politician, who represents parts of Dacula, on 18 counts associated with misuse of his legislative expense account.
By Vanzetta Evans
A grand jury has indicted State Senator Don Balfour, R-Snellville, on 18 counts* related to the misuse of his legislative expense account according to the Attorney General's office.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports Gov. Nathan Deal will appoint a three-member panel to recommend whether or not Balfour should be suspended immediately.
Balfour represents parts of Lawrenceville, Lilburn, Snellville, Loganville, Grayson and Dacula.
*Correction: An earlier version of this article incorrectly indicated 16, not 18 counts.
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