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Residency Dispute Sparks Legal Battle Over MN House Seat: Elect Faces Allegations of Not Living in District

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ROSEVILLE, Minn. — A legal dispute has emerged surrounding the residency of a newly elected Minnesota legislator, potentially impacting the power balance in the state House of Representatives. The controversy centers on DFL Rep.-Elect Curtis Johnson of District 40B, who is accused by his Republican competitor of not residing within the district he represents, as mandated by Minnesota law. Paul Wikstrom, his Republican opponent in the recent elections where Johnson secured his seat by a significant margin, has initiated a lawsuit over this issue. At the heart of the dispute is Johnson’s living situation. He … Read more

Los Angeles to Elect Five Superior Court Judges Amid Calls for Diversity and Reform

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Los Angeles, CA — This November, Los Angeles voters will take to the polls to elect five judges to the Los Angeles Superior Court, selecting from a field of ten candidates who advanced from the March primary elections. The judges elected will serve six-year terms in offices numbered 39, 48, 97, 135, and 137. These elections are critical as Superior Court judges handle a wide range of legal matters including criminal, civil, and family cases. Campaigns for Superior Court positions tend to be less visible than those for other offices, due to fewer resources and … Read more

Jefferson County to Elect New Circuit Court Judge on Nov. 5; Bolling and Roy Contest for Critical Seat

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Birmingham, AL – Voters in Jefferson County will head to the polls on November 5 to choose a new Circuit Court Judge for the Place 13 seat, marking an important judicial transition as the current officeholder prepares for retirement. The election pits Democrat Frederic A. Bolling against Republican Douglas M. Roy Jr. in a competition to manage civil legal matters for the county. The seat up for grabs is currently held by Judge Carole Smitherman, who announced her plan to retire in January, prompting this year’s race to find her successor. The victor of the … Read more

Mexico Considers Historic Shift: Voters May Soon Elect the Nation’s Judges

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Mexico City, Mexico — In a significant shift from the current appointment-based system, Mexico is considering a transformative proposal whereby the majority of judicial positions, including judges and magistrates, could soon be filled by popular vote. This unprecedented move, aimed at fostering greater transparency and reducing political influence in the judiciary, marks a potential turning point for the country’s legal landscape. The proposition suggests that electing judges directly could democratize the system, drawing judges closer to the populace whose rights they safeguard. Advocates argue that this could lead to a fairer, more accountable judiciary. However, … Read more