Judges and Judiciary,
Government
Sep. 18, 2017
Bill to limit titles in judicial elections heads to governor
Unless Gov. Jerry Brown decides otherwise, there won’t be a “major gang prosecutor” on the ballot in the next round of judicial elections.
SACRAMENTO — Unless Gov. Jerry Brown decides otherwise, there won’t be a “major gang prosecutor” on the ballot in the next round of judicial elections.
That’s due to a bill passed 69-7 in the Assembly on Thursday. SB 235 would bar “hyperbolic” ballot designations in races for seats on the bench.
Friday was the last day of the 2017 legislative session. As of press time, the bill was waiting for a ro...
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