RALEIGH, N.C. The North Carolina Supreme Court has issued a stay, halting the review of voter eligibility in the still-uncertified judicial race. This race, a nail-biter, is the final 2024 statewide election in the United States awaiting official certification. The challenge, focused on specific voter registrations, prompted a lower court to order a review. However, the Supreme Court's intervention means that the review is now on hold pending further legal proceedings.
The contested election involves a seat on the North Carolina Court of Appeals. The margin between the candidates is incredibly thin, making every vote crucial. Opponents initiated the voter eligibility review, alleging irregularities in voter registrations. They sought to disqualify certain ballots, potentially altering the outcome of the race.
The Supreme Court's decision to grant a stay indicates that the justices believe there are substantial legal questions to be addressed. The court will now consider arguments from both sides before deciding whether to allow the voter eligibility review to proceed. The resolution of this case will not only determine the winner of the election but also set a precedent for future election challenges in North Carolina.
NC Supreme Court Pauses Voter Review in Tight Judicial Race
The North Carolina Supreme Court has temporarily stopped a review of voter eligibility in a closely contested judicial election. This race, one of the closest in recent history, is the last statewide election from 2024 to be certified. The court's decision puts the certification process on hold while they consider legal challenges. The outcome of this race could have significant implications for the balance of power in the state's judicial system.