In a case that raises concerns about the integrity of the voter registration process, two men, Dmitry Shushlebin, a 45-year-old Russian citizen, and Sanjar Jamilov, a 33-year-old Uzbek citizen, have been charged for submitting fraudulent voter registration applications in Florida.
According to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), the two men allegedly sent 132 fraudulent voter registration applications between February and March of 2023. These applications were submitted using fake names, and the envelopes they were sent in had identical address labels that contained a noticeable error.
In addition, Shushlebin and Jamilov reportedly used identical dates of birth and addresses across the applications, and in some cases, they employed a “nearly sequential” series of Social Security numbers to submit the false documents.
Authorities were able to trace the fraudulent applications by using U.S. Postal Service (USPS) change of address forms. These forms helped investigators link the applications to three separate locations controlled by Shushlebin and Jamilov.
Both men are facing serious charges, including one count of conspiring to submit fraudulent voter registration applications and providing false information during the voter registration process.
The criminal charges highlight the growing concern over the integrity of the electoral system. Fraudulent voter registration applications can undermine trust in the democratic process, making this case particularly significant.
What’s Next?
If convicted, Shushlebin and Jamilov could each face up to five years in prison. Their case serves as a reminder of the importance of safeguarding voter registration systems and ensuring the accuracy of the information submitted.
The U.S. Department of Justice is continuing its investigation into the matter, and it remains to be seen if any further charges will be added.
Sources: This story was written using information provided by the U.S. Department of Justice.
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