The Tennessee Board of Parole voted unanimously to recommend a pardon for Jelly Roll. The country artist, born Jason DeFord, has a criminal record dating back to his youth. Gov. Bill Lee will now ...

Rapper, musician and songwriter Jelly Roll is a step closer to receiving a pardon for crimes committed as a juvenile and young man. Here's where Jelly Roll's pardon process stands, and how you can ...

With a pardon, Jelly Roll, 40—who has long been open about his criminal past and often visits prisons and rehab centers on tour—would be able to more freely travel internationally while touring.

Jelly Roll has been open about his criminal past as he’s risen to stardom. His previous charges stem from incidents in 2003 and 2008, according to Davidson County court records. When he’s not ...