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Here's How Lori Loughlin's Feels after She Was Released from a 2-Month Prison Sentence

Olowokandi Fiyin
Dec 29, 2020
06:20 P.M.

A Day after her sudden release from her 2-month prison sentence, sources close to actress Lori Loughlin opened up about how she feels about her new sense of freedom.

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Lori Loughlin has been released after serving less than two months behind bars for her involvement with the college admission scandal. It was confirmed that on the morning of December 28, Loughlin left a federal correctional facility in Dublin, California.

After pleading guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire and mail fraud, the actress was sentenced to two months in prison, 150 hours of community service, a fine of $150,000 with a supervised release of two years.

Lori Loughlin at Build Series at Build Studio on February 15, 2018 | Photo: Getty Images

Lori Loughlin at Build Series at Build Studio on February 15, 2018 | Photo: Getty Images

While she still has many obligations to fulfill as regards her sentence, Loughlin is glad that her time behind bars is over. According to sources who spoke to E! News:

"She texted friends that she was out. She is relieved and incredibly happy it's over with, but she is still very worried about Mossimo Giannulli and upset for him."

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Lori Loughlin at Today - Season 68 on Thursday, February 14, 2019 | Photo: Getty Images

Lori Loughlin at Today - Season 68 on Thursday, February 14, 2019 | Photo: Getty Images

Loughlin's husband pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire and mail fraud and one count of honest services wire and mail fraud, causing him to receive a different sentence.

Although [Loughlin] is more than grateful to be called a free woman, her joy is bittersweet as her husband isn't there.

Mossimo Giannulli and Lori Loughlin at Target Hosts LA Fashion Week Party for Designer | Photo: Getty Images

Mossimo Giannulli and Lori Loughlin at Target Hosts LA Fashion Week Party for Designer | Photo: Getty Images

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The fashion designer was sentenced to five months in jail, 250 hours of community service, and a fine of $250,000. His prison sentence began on November 19, and he is to be released in April 2021.

The insider revealed that after leaving the correctional facility, the 56-year-old headed for the airport in convoy, after which she took a private jet to her home in Los Angeles. She was picked by her daughters.

Lori Loughlin at The Women's Cancer Research Benefit Gala at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel on February 28, 2019 | Photo: Getty Images

Lori Loughlin at The Women's Cancer Research Benefit Gala at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel on February 28, 2019 | Photo: Getty Images

Before her release, a source disclosed that Loughlin adhered to strict COVID-19 rules and spent two weeks in isolation. The was reportedly a breakout of the virus in prison. Hence her isolation was a required precaution, not a punishment.

Although the actress is more than grateful to be called a free woman, her joy is bittersweet as her husband isn't there as she reunites with daughters Bella, 22, and Olivia Jade, 21. it was emotional reconciliation for the three of them.

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According to reports, Loughlin's release has sparked an uproar on social media from many angry users who believe her sentence was too lenient because of her skin color and privilege.

"Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" alum Janet Hubert shamed the legal system for being biased, while others predicted that Loughlin would get a book deal out of her crime.

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