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York Today
By the People, for the People
York Man Convicted on 24 Counts in Medical Marijuana Ballot Petition Fraud
Jacy Todd found guilty of misconduct and false statement under oath related to medical marijuana ballot initiative.
Published on Feb. 26, 2026
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Jacy Todd, a York, Nebraska resident, has been convicted on 23 counts of misconduct and 1 count of false statement under oath in connection with fraud on medical marijuana ballot petitions. Nebraska's Attorney General stated the medical marijuana petition campaign was built on fraud and malfeasance and should never have been on the ballot.
Why it matters
This case highlights concerns over the integrity of ballot initiatives and the potential for fraud in the petition gathering process. It also raises questions about the oversight and verification processes for ballot measures, especially those involving controversial topics like medical marijuana.
The details
Todd was found guilty of multiple counts of misconduct and making a false statement under oath related to his involvement in the medical marijuana ballot petition campaign in Nebraska. The Attorney General stated the entire petition drive was fraudulent and should never have made it onto the ballot.
- Jacy Todd was convicted on February 26, 2026.
- Todd's sentencing is set for the morning of April 22, 2026.
The players
Jacy Todd
A York, Nebraska resident who was convicted on 23 counts of misconduct and 1 count of false statement under oath in connection with fraud on medical marijuana ballot petitions.
Mike Hilgers
The Nebraska Attorney General who stated the medical marijuana petition campaign was built on fraud and malfeasance and should never have been on the ballot.
What they’re saying
“The medical marijuana petition campaign was built on fraud and malfeasance and should never have been on the ballot.”
— Mike Hilgers, Nebraska Attorney General
What’s next
The judge will determine Jacy Todd's sentence at a hearing on the morning of April 22, 2026.
The takeaway
This case highlights the importance of robust verification processes and oversight for ballot initiatives to ensure the integrity of the democratic process, especially for measures involving controversial topics like medical marijuana.
