Harvey v. Robinson

CARLEY, Justice.

In the November 2003 election for mayor of the City of Lenox, there were two candidates. The incumbent, James Robinson (Appellee) was challenged by Paul Harvey (Appellant). After the votes were counted, Appellant was ahead by 30 votes. However, Appellee filed an election challenge pursuant to OCGA § 21-2-524, alleging that Appellant was ineligible to hold the office of mayor because he was not a qualified elector as required by the municipal charter and by the Georgia Constitution. After conducting a hearing, the trial court concluded that Appellant was not eligible to hold…