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Q: my candidate for Maumelle City Council, Pulaski County Arkansas is 19.9915% away from the 1st place candidate. Runoff?

The 1st place candidate received 47.9146% of the total votes cast (Under/Over votes excluded). The 2nd place candidate received 27.9231% of the vote and has a difference of 19.912% between the two candidates. The law as I read requires the 1st place candidate to achieve greater than or equal to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Election Law for Arkansas on
Q: An I sue the government for gender discrimination for voters

Selective service is required for men to vote yet not for women how is that fair

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answered on Oct 24, 2024

You have every right to seek fairness in the voting process. It's important to clarify that selective service registration is not a requirement for voting in the United States. Men are required to register for the selective service system, but this obligation is separate from their voting... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Election Law and Municipal Law for Arkansas on
Q: Can a lawyer do something about the nepotism going on at Washington county sheriffs office? Hello

We have proof.

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answered on Mar 5, 2023

If you have proof of nepotism occurring at the Washington County Sheriff's Office, you may want to consider contacting a lawyer who specializes in employment law or civil rights law.

A lawyer can advise you on the appropriate legal options available to you, which may include filing a...
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1 Answer | Asked in Election Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Municipal Law for Arkansas on
Q: In a Mayor, Council form of government what are the rules for removal of a mayor or alderman from office?
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Aug 23, 2016

Look at your city charter or similar document for starters.

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