Category Archives: Election contests

Do Mail-In Ballots Invite Election Fraud?

Posted on July 20, 2020 by Thomas D. Shults, Esq.

The 2020 primary and general elections will see historic highs in the use of mail-in ballots. As a result a partisan debate has erupted over whether the widespread use of mail-in ballots is an invitation to election fraud.  Two studies … Continue reading →

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U.S. Senate Will Be Final Judge in Scott v. Nelson Contest

Posted on November 9, 2018 by Thomas D. Shults, Esq.

While the close senate race in Florida is causing each campaign to sharpen their litigation knives, it is important to remember that ultimately it is the United States Senate, not the courts, that has the power to decide the issue. … Continue reading →

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Election Law Issues May Come Into Play in Florida in 2016

Posted on October 11, 2016 by Thomas D. Shults, Esq.

Florida election law could once again take center stage in the days following the 2016 election. With that possibility in mind, let’s examine several issues that may come into play this year on the state and local level.  Voter Challenges … Continue reading →

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Court Strictly Construes Absentee Ballots in Florida Election Contest

Posted on September 25, 2012 by Thomas D. Shults, Esq.

In case of Addie L. Greene, et al. v. Jeff Clemens, et al . the Leon County Circuit Court recently entered a final judgment rejecting an election contest suit which was based upon the failure of the Palm Beach County Canvassing Board to … Continue reading →

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Florida Election Contest Suits Multiply After Primaries

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Thomas D. Shults, Esq.

At least three election contest suits have been filed in Leon County which challenge the outcome of State House and Senate primaries conducted on August 14th.  In Addie L. Greene, et al. v. Jeff Clemens, et al. the unsuccessful candidate in a … Continue reading →

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Timely Issues in Florida Election Law: Topic 5 – Election Contests

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Thomas D. Shults, Esq.

Given the projections for a close presidential race, Florida election law could once again take center stage in the days leading up to and following the election. With that possibility in mind, I will summarize in a series several legal … Continue reading →

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