State Ex Rel. Nelson v. Jordan

STRUCKMEYER, Justice.

This original proceeding in quo warranto was brought by the State of Arizona, out of the relationship of Gary K. Nelson, the Attorney General, to test the right of Jewel W. Jordan to hold the office of State Auditor. On December 31, 1968, this court entered judgment that respondent legally held an existing office, that of State Auditor. On January 9, 1969, petitioner filed a motion for rehearing asking for a reconsideration of the State’s position on the merits. Rehearing granted and Judgment of December 31, 1968, vacated.

Respondent objects to petitioner’s motion for…