CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Former Charlotte Mayor Patrick Cannon is expected to appear before a federal judge Thursday for violating the conditions of his release after voting in the mid-term elections. Β
Cannon became a convicted felon after he pleaded guilty to federal corruption charges in October. Β It is illegal for convicted felons to vote in elections. Β
Cannon met with his probation officer Wednesday morning after it was widely reported that he voted on October 30th. Β
Cannon has been issued a summons to appear before U.S. District Court Judge Frank Whitney Thursday at noon. Β
Cannon was recently sentenced to 44 months in federal prison in his plea agreement. Β However, he did not have to immediately report to prison. Β
Since he violated the conditions of his release, he could be forced to immediately began his sentence.
