Bossier Parish School Board v. Reno

MEMORANDUM OPINION OF THREE-JUDGE COURT UNDER THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT

CHARLES R. RICHEY, District Judge.

INTRODUCTION

Before the Court is the Motion of George Price, Sr., et al, a group of African-American voters claiming that the Bossier Parish School Board redistricting plan has the purpose and effect of denying or abridging their right to vote on account of race or color. They seek leave to Intervene as Defendants under Rule 24(a)(2) and Rule 24(b)(2) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. The Court finds that the prospective Intervenors have satisfied the requirements of Rule 24(b)(2). Their…