FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A candidate running for magistrate in Fayette County is suing her opponent for allegedly misleading voters with their current name on the ballot.
According to a complaint filed in the Circuit Court of Fayette County, magistrate candidate Amanda Davis is suing one of her opponents, Richard “Rick” Pannell Jr. for his chosen name on the ballot for what she claims is misleading to voters and the public.
The complaint states that Richard “Rick” Pannell Jr., the son of incumbent Fayette Magistrate Richard “Rick” Pannell has intentionally omitted “Jr.” from his name on the ballot and campaign materials in order to make voters believe they are voting for his father.
The complaint further states that Pannell Jr. has been placing campaign signs identical to his father’s with the same black and yellow colors and lettering.
Davis has filed the complaint because she believes it violates the law with regard to misrepresenting identity.
Candidates currently seeking a seat for nonpartisan Fayette County Magistrate – Division 2 include:
Richard “Rick” Pannell Jr – Oak Hill
Amanda Davis – Fayetteville
Susie Worley-Jenkins – Minden
Shawn L. Campbell – Fayetteville
