On Thursday , Lee said that she had recently obtained a learner 's permit , which he said was grounds to dismiss the misdemeanor charge under Georgia law . ` 22-year - old Jessica Colotl became a lighting star in immigration debate this year . The conviction carries penalty of 12 months in prison . Her lawyer says she will appeal the conviction .
22-year - old Jessica Colotl became a lighting star in immigration debate this year . The conviction carries penalty of 12 months in prison . Her lawyer says she will appeal the conviction .