SAN ANTONIO — Carlos Uresti, the former state senator who pled guilty to federal bribery charges in 2018, was released from prison on Friday at 9 a.m. and will join a San Antonio law firm, according to a press release.
The release says Uresti will be embarking on a new chapter in his career joining his attorney and friend Mikal Watts at Watts & Guerra law firm.
"As a former Marine, attorney, and advocate for children and families, I am eager to employ my experience and expertise to assist as many children, families, and veterans as possible, while offering them solace and support during their time of need," said Uresti.
Uresti began a 12-year sentence in February of 2019, having admitted to conspiring with others to pay bribes to former Reeves County Judge Jimmy Galindo in regards to a correctional center medical services contract.
"I'm a better man - better than before. I have learned the art of 'hitting it and pivoting', and it has made all the difference in my situation. Through this journey, I have emerged wiser, healthier, happier, and yes, even funnier. But most importantly, I have achieved a profound sense of freedom where it matters most - within my soul," Uresti said.
He was also ordered to pay $6.3 million in restitution after being convicted on charges of money laundering, securities fraud and acting as an unregistered broker.
Uresti's impending release comes four years and four months after he began his sentence.
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