County Election Office Seeks to Hire Convicted Official Tina Peters

Industry Pulse News Desk · 2026-08-20

A local elections office has extended a job offer to Tina Peters, who was convicted in 2024 on seven counts linked to voting system security breaches.

A local election administration is considering hiring Tina Peters, a former county clerk convicted of multiple criminal charges stemming from a voting system security breach. The job proposal comes following her 2024 conviction on seven counts related to official misconduct and election interference.

Peters, who previously served as the clerk and recorder in Mesa County, Colorado, was found guilty by a jury for her role in allowing unauthorized access to secure voting technology. Evidence presented at trial showed she facilitated the copying of confidential election management software, which was subsequently leaked online.

The employment offer originated from top election leadership in a municipality known for ongoing disputes regarding voting procedures. The proposed position would involve administrative duties within the local election office, raising questions about oversight and compliance with state election standards.

State voting authorities have not indicated whether legal mechanisms exist to prevent the hiring of an individual convicted of crimes tied to election administration. Under relevant state statutes, individuals convicted of felony breach-of-duty offenses may face restrictions regarding public employment and access to sensitive government infrastructure.

Peters has consistently denied wrongdoing, asserting her actions were part of an independent effort to inspect election machinery. Her sentencing and post-conviction motions remain ongoing as local officials evaluate the administrative steps required to finalize the appointment.