Former State Rep. Oliver Robinson released from prison

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Former State Rep. Oliver Robinson released from prison

Robinson pleaded guilty to bribery and tax evasion and testified against a Drummond Coal Company executive and a Balch and Bingham lawyer who were later convicted on bribery and conspiracy charges.

Source: The Birmingham Times

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