Postby deb » November 3rd, 2008, 1:22 pm
From wvec.com:
Bogus election flier "an office joke," no charges to be filed
06:09 PM EST on Monday, November 3, 2008
By 13News
RICHMOND – No charges will be filed against the person who created a fake election flier with incorrect voting dates, Virginia State Police said Monday.
There was no criminal intent behind the creation of the flier and therefore, no violation of state law occurred. It was basically a joke that got out of hand,” said Va. State Police spokeswoman Corinne Geller.
The flier was brought to the attention of an Obama campaign office in Hampton Roads. It was then forwarded to the State Board of Elections, and from there, it went to the Va State Police.
Authorities say they found the source of the paper, which claimed to be from the State Board of Elections. It had Republicans voting on one day and Democrats voting on the next.
State Police say the flier wasn't intended as a misinformation campaign targeting registered voters.
Meantime, The State Board of Elections says it's received reports from across Virginia that automated calls are providing incorrect polling place locations.
They say not to rely on unsolicited phone calls for information and to check with the State Board of Elections or your city registrar if you have concerns.