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Constitutionality of a Ballot Measure

Robert Timothy Reagan, Margaret S. Williams, Marie Leary, Catherine R. Borden, Jessica L. Snowden, Patricia D. Breen, Jason A. Cantone
October 22, 2023

Ajax Gaming Ventures, LLC v. Brown (William E. Smith, D.R.I. 1:06-cv-336)
The suit challenged the constitutionality of a ballot measure in an upcoming election. The court denied immediate relief, because constitutionality could be assessed after the election. The measure did not pass.
Subject: Ballot measures. Topics: Ballot measure; intervention.

One of many Case Studies in Emergency Election Litigation.

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Tags:
Election Litigation | Ballot Measure | Intervention | Emergency Proceedings | U.S. District Courts | D.R.I.