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Jan. 15, 2025

State appeals ruling upholding Huntington Beach voter ID measure

California Attorney General Rob Bonta is appealing an Orange County judge's ruling that upheld Huntington Beach's voter ID measure, arguing it conflicts with state election laws. The legal battle over voter ID requirements continues, raising questions about municipal authority and voter access.

Huntington Beach City Attorney Michael Gates

The state on Tuesday appealed an Orange County judge's decision in November that found the city of Huntington Beach's decision to require voter identification at the polls next year does not conflict with California law.

Superior Court Judge Nico A. Dourbetas gave the state 20 days to amend and refile its petition for writ of mandate. He found Attorney General Rob Bonta had not stated sufficient facts to constitute a cause of action and the matter was "not ripe for ad...

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