Mike Ward of the Austin American-Statesman had this exclusive story today about convicted felon and South Texas Rep. Kino Flores: He can still draw his pay. Until Jan. 11, at least.
Flores, D-Palmview, was sentenced to five years' probation, a $1,000 fine and 40 hours of community service on felony ethics charges, for not properly disclosing his income. But there's no law or rule preventing convicted felons from serving in the Texas House. So he can still draw his $600 a month salary as a legislator, per diem reimbursements and legislative benefits.
Garrett: http://dallasne.ws/h2E18M
Mike Ward's story in the Statesman: http://bit.ly/iai4jW
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