'No': Federal judge issues ruling in NC Supreme Court case - AlterNet [View all]

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Republican Judge Jefferson Griffin’s attempt to throw out votes on military and overseas absentee ballots is unconstitutional, federal District Judge Richard Myers ruled Monday.

In a 68-page ruling, Myers said the state Board of Elections should certify the election results based on the tally of all eligible votes in November, which means Democratic incumbent Supreme Court Justice Allison Riggs would prevail in the race for the seat on the high court over Griffin. Her 734-vote lead over Griffin was confirmed in two recounts. Myers stayed his order for seven days to give Griffin time to appeal.

Riggs said in a statement Monday night that the ruling is a vindication for voters.

“Today, we won,” her statement said. “I’m proud to continue upholding the Constitution and the rule of law as North Carolina’s Supreme Court Justice.”

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