For Immediate Release
Monday, November 5, 2012
Contact: Chris Cate
850.245.6522
MEMORANDUM: Filing by Department of State explaining in-person absentee case is moot
Tallahassee, Florida –
DATE: November 5, 2012
TO: Interested Media
FROM: Chris Cate, Communications Director
Florida Department of State
RE: Filing by Department of State explaining in-person absentee case is moot
The Florida Department of State today filed papers with the federal court in South Florida explaining that the in-person absentee case is moot. The filing states that the named counties (Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach) are already acting consistent with Florida law and the remedy requested in the suit.
The filing is attached. If you have any questions or need additional information, please call the Department of State’s press office at (850) 245-6522.