ABERDEEN, S.D. (AP) - A federal judge in Aberdeen says he’ll rule by Jan. 2 on a challenge to a state law that will require ballot petition circulators to register and be included in a directory.
The organization SD Voice is seeking an injunction to stop the law from taking effect next July. It requires petition circulators to apply with the secretary of state for an identification number, provide personal information and be included in a directory. SD Voice says the law is unconstitutional. Attorneys for the state say the law is aimed at preventing fraud.
Judge Charles Kornmann heard arguments from both sides this week. The Aberdeen American News reported that Kornmann said he had some concerns about the law, including that it added to invasion of privacy.
Kornmann plans to issue a decision by Jan. 2.
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