Posted by me on 6/22/05 1:10pm
Msg #46847

election petitions

Is it unethical for me to notarize signatures of people signing election petitions when my husband is on the petitions as a person running for that office?

Reply by Sara-NV on 6/22/05 1:16pm
Msg #46850

I wouldn't do it. Any hint of impropriety could be trouble for your husband's potential political position and your notary commission.

Reply by Julie-MI on 6/22/05 1:19pm
Msg #46851

Do you have at least one of those television news reporters that seems to get the dirt and the low down on all the stuff? How do you think it would look to the viewing/voting audience?

If you state laws don't dictate what to do (or not to do) ask yourself if it is really worth it. I've worked elections before and I would ask the city/township election clerk for direction.

Chances are you are doing no wrong, but you know how a story can get twisted.

Reply by Stephanie_CA on 6/22/05 1:20pm
Msg #46853

You would not be an impartial witness - conflict of interest.
In my opinion.