Phillips v. Earngey

Robert L. Brown, Justice.

This case involves an election contest brought by Bill Earngey against appellants Levi Phillips, Cindy George, and Jack Mase in their capacity as Carroll County Election Commissioners. The election at issue was for the position of alderman for the City of Eureka Springs. One candidate for the position was Bill Earngey. The other candidate was Louise Berry. Between date of filing as candidates and election date, which was November 8, 1994, Louise Berry died. The election, however, was certified by the Election Commission in her favor by a vote of 522 to 521.

On December…