Judge deems Wyoming's polling-place buffer zones unconstitutional

[TexasTowelie]

U.S. District Court Judge Nancy Freudenthal ruled last week that Wyoming’s ban on electioneering within 100 yards of a polling place on election day violates the First Amendment.

Why it matters: The decision likely nets advocacy groups and political campaigns greater leeway in how they interact with the voting public.

The case, Frank v. Buchanan, was brought by activists who wished to campaign and gather signatures in high-visibility areas for voters — in this case, polling places.

Previously, those engaging in electioneering activities had to stand at least 300 feet from those polling places, well out of view of voters. Now, the Wyoming Legislature will likely need to change the law.

Read more: https://www.wyofile.com/judge-deems-wyos-polling-place-buffer-zones-unconstitutional/