Laffey v. Begin

FREEDOM OF SPEECH. (2005)

“Friend of the court” brief challenging a state Board of Elections’ ruling that the hosting of a radio talk show by Cranston’s Mayor constituted an illegal campaign contribution under state election law. The defendant agreed not to enforce the ruling pending lower court consideration of state law issues raised by the case. The suit was then voluntarily dismissed after the plaintiff formally declared his candidacy for a U.S. Senate seat. Cooperating Attorney: Carolyn A. Mannis

Documents

“Friend of the Court” Brief

Letter to Board of Elections Chair

News Releases:

May 2, 2005 -- ACLU Calls on Board of Elections to Reverse Laffey Radio Show Ruling

June 6, 2005 -- ACLU Files Court Brief in Support of Mayor Laffey's Radio Show Lawsuit