Dallas County Judge Rules Super Tuesday ballots be recounted

(Dallas, Texas) – The Dallas County Elections Administrator contacted the Texas Secretary of State and the Dallas County Criminal District Attorney’s Office seeking assistance after discovering discrepancies during the reconciliation process prior to the canvassing process.

As legal counsel for the Election Department, DA John Creuzot took immediate action. “My office filed a pleading with the State District Court to ensure that the election department could legally proceed to count and include all valid ballots in the election results prior to canvassing,” said Creuzot.

Obviously, every vote should be counted and respected. My office will work with local and state officials to ensure that voter participation is protected. My office remains ready to ensure local and state laws and procedures regarding the counting of every vote occurs as contemplated by U.S. and Texas Constitutions, and federal and state law.