Redmond v. Carter

Although I agree with the conclusion reached by the majority, I do not agree our decision should rest on a federal constitutional conflict. I therefore concur only in the result.

The majority correctly points out the respondent judges urge two grounds to sustain the validity of their appointment to office. First, they say a reasonable and proper interpretation of the Iowa Constitution supports them. Secondly, they claim any other result would violate the equal protection clause under the 14th Amendment to the Federal Constitution.

The majority bases its decision on the second ground and asserts…