Judge weighs whether Shasta County election measure stays on ballot
A California court is deciding whether a proposed charter amendment to Shasta County's elections system should be removed from the June primary ballot due to potential conflicts with state law. The measure would introduce voter ID requirements, hand counts of ballots, and restrictions on vote-by-mail, prompting a lawsuit claiming it violates state election laws.
Shasta County Superior Court Judge Benjamin Hanna is considering a lawsuit to remove Measure B from the June primary ballot. The measure proposes changes to the county's elections system, including voter ID requirements and hand counts of ballots. Some provisions may conflict with state law. The lawsuit argues that placing the measure on the ballot would waste taxpayer money. The judge is expected to decide by the end of the week. Ballots must be finalized by April 2, leaving no time to appeal the ruling. If removed, supporters could seek to place it on a future ballot.
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