Former MP Fraser Ellis claims no intent to cheat travel allowance before sentencing
Former MP Fraser Ellis told the Adelaide Magistrates Court he did not knowingly act dishonestly in claiming a parliamentary travel allowance as he awaits sentencing on deception charges.
The 34-year-old former parliamentarian appeared before the Adelaide Magistrates Court for sentencing submissions after being convicted of multiple deception offences linked to travel allowances. Ellis asserted that he had not intentionally engaged in dishonest conduct when filing the claims. The magistrate heard his denial and will set a date for the final sentencing later this month.
Why it matters
It highlights accountability for former politicians misusing public expense programs.
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