Legal Problems
Udin has had a history of legal troubles that he claims began during his work with the Civil Rights Movement. Udin has a criminal record dating back to 1968 for crimes such as driving without a license, receiving stolen goods, and firearms violations. In 1970 Udin was indicted in Kentucky for illegally transporting firearms and possession of non-tax paid distilled spirits. He was sentenced to 5 years at a federal penitentiary.He began serving his sentence on February 4, 1972 at Lewisberg Federal Penitentiary. He was paroled after 7 months of his sentence. In 2004 Udin applied for a governor's pardon. In 2006 his request for a pardon was denied.
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