Mark White Sentenced for Double Voting in 2020 Election

Mark White, a Las Vegas resident, has been sentenced to 18 months probation for attempting to vote twice in the 2020 presidential election, casting ballots in both Nevada and Arizona. White pleaded guilty to a category E felony and faced a suspended sentence of 12 to 36 months. Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford emphasized that prosecuting voter fraud is crucial to maintaining public trust in democratic institutions. Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar reiterated the state's commitment to election security, highlighting ongoing investigations into potential voter fraud cases. The case was part of broader efforts in Nevada to address and deter electoral malpractices, with numerous investigations into alleged double voting still underway. The state's election systems utilize unique identifiers to prevent multiple votes by a single individual.