Binns v. Heck

Andree Layton Roaf, Justice.

This case involves an election contest. Appellant Martin Gipson defeated appellee Ray C. Heck Sr. for the position of Alderman of Ward One of North Little Rock. The appellee contested the election, filing suit against Gipson, the Pulaski County Election Commission and its members, and the Pulaski County Treasurer. The trial court ordered the Election Commission to hold a new election. On appeal, appellant Martin Gipson asserts the trial court erred in (1) failing to dismiss appellee’s petition requesting a new election, (2) denying his motion for directed verdict,…