Hartzog v. Ezell

12This suit is brought under the Louisiana Election Code and, pursuant to Louisiana Revised Statutes 18:1409, we give this appeal expedited consideration.

FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

James L. Ezell qualified as a candidate for the office of Alderman of the Village of Varnado. The primary election is scheduled for November 6, 2012. On the seventh day after the close of the qualifying period, Ben Hartzog filed a petition objecting to Ezell’s candidacy on the basis that Ezell is not legally qualified to be a candidate for elective public office. Specifically, Hartzog alleged that Ezell is a…