Political strategist Elaine Franklin apologized to Republican legislative candidate Matt Lindland for spreading rumors that Lindland is a felon when he is not.

Lindland accepted the apology.

Read apology: Franklin says it was 'honest mistake'

Franklin, who is married to former U.S. Sen. Bob Packwood (R-Ore.), works for Lindland’s opponent, Phyllis Thiemann.

Lindland had threatened to sue Franklin if she didn’t issue a correction and apology.

Background: Lindland threatens to sue

Lindland works as an 'Ultimate Fighter.'