Why I’m Suing Lancaster County Officials

I recently filed a wide-ranging lawsuit against Lancaster County and several of its top officials, accusing them of violating federal election laws and my constitutional rights in the handling of absentee ballots during the 2022 election cycle. My lawsuit includes multiple counts, alleging that officials mishandled ballots, blocked access to public information, and retaliated against me for my efforts to expose these problems.

Allegations of Election Mismanagement

I believe that Lancaster County’s election officials mishandled thousands of absentee ballots, including re-marking ballots without voter knowledge or authorization. In my lawsuit, I claim that 14,000 ballots were replaced as part of a flawed process that violated the Help America Vote Act (HAVA). This process deprived voters of their right to verify their selections and correct any errors, undermining the integrity of the election.

Concerned about the integrity of the election process, I requested public records from the county, but officials refused to provide the information and stonewalled my efforts to obtain transparency. The lawsuit points to the county’s failure to investigate 22,000 original ballots, raising serious questions about whether votes were accurately counted.

Constitutional Rights Violations

My lawsuit also accuses county officials of violating my First Amendment rights, specifically my right to free speech and to petition the government. I experienced retaliation from officials for speaking out about election problems, and they blocked me from accessing crucial election records. This retaliation, I believe, limited my ability to campaign and advocate for fair elections.

Furthermore, I allege that officials denied me my right to due process by obstructing my attempts to challenge the election’s integrity. The county’s lack of transparency and refusal to provide records deprived me of the legal means to pursue my grievances, effectively cutting me off from seeking redress through government channels.

Equal Protection and Conspiracy Claims

Additionally, I believe Lancaster County officials violated my right to equal protection under the law by treating me differently from other candidates and voters. Their unequal treatment in handling public records requests and absentee ballots, in my view, was part of a broader effort to undermine my candidacy.

I also include a conspiracy claim in my lawsuit, accusing the officials of working together to suppress my efforts to ensure election transparency. I allege that top officials, including Jacqueline Pfursich, Joshua Parsons, Ray D’Agostino, and Christa Miller, coordinated to obstruct my access to information and retaliate against me for my advocacy.

Seeking Justice

My legal complaint outlines several violations of federal and state laws, including claims under the Help America Vote Act (HAVA), 42 U.S.C. § 1983, and the Pennsylvania Constitution. I am seeking a variety of remedies, including:

• Declaratory Relief – I want the court to declare that Lancaster County’s actions violated my constitutional and legal rights.
• Injunctive Relief – I am asking the court to stop county officials from continuing to obstruct my access to public records and retaliating against me.
• Compensatory and Punitive Damages – I am seeking compensation for the harm caused, including emotional distress, financial losses, and damage to my reputation. Additionally, I am pursuing punitive damages to hold officials accountable for what I believe are deliberate and unlawful actions.

Broader Implications

This lawsuit highlights broader concerns about election transparency and the handling of absentee ballots, which could have wider implications for how elections are managed in Lancaster County and beyond. My case questions whether officials acted within the bounds of the law when managing absentee ballots without proper oversight or transparency, and whether their actions in blocking access to public information violated fundamental constitutional rights.

If successful, this case could lead to significant changes in how Lancaster County conducts elections and manages public records, particularly concerning absentee ballots and election transparency. It could also hold county officials personally accountable for their actions, especially if the court finds that they overstepped their legal authority.

In summary, my lawsuit against Lancaster County and its officials alleges a broad range of violations related to election mismanagement, retaliation, and denial of my rights. The case raises serious questions about election integrity and transparency, and I am seeking both legal remedies and damages for the harm I believe their actions have caused. You can learn more about the details of my case at showmetheballotst.net.

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