School Board Candidate Removed from Butler County Polling Station
A school board candidate was removed from a polling station in Butler County after a violation of election regulations. Thomas Heisler, who was running for a position on the Talawanda School Board, was found to be working at a site where his name was listed on the ballot.
Incident Details
The Butler County Board of Elections took swift action upon discovering this conflict. Eric Corbin, the Deputy Director, emphasized that the situation was resolved promptly once they were alerted.
Election Code Violation
- Candidate: Thomas Heisler
- Position: Talawanda School Board Candidate
- Action Taken: Removed from polling location
- Reason: Violation of Ohio Revised Code
- Response: Quick communication with location supervisor
Corbin noted that once election officials became aware of Heisler’s dual role, they contacted both the site supervisor and Heisler to address the issue immediately. Heisler complied and left the polling location without any disturbance.
Future Precautions
Corbin acknowledged a gap in the existing process and stated that measures will be implemented to prevent similar occurrences in the future. This incident highlights the importance of adherence to election regulations to maintain integrity in the electoral process.
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