Legal Case Summary

Sorock v. Illinois State Board of Elections


Date Argued: Tue May 22 2012
Case Number: 1-11-2740
Docket Number: 3089691
Judges:Not available
Duration: 43 minutes
Court Name: Appellate Court of Illinois

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Sorock v. Illinois State Board of Elections, Docket Number 3089691** **Court:** [Insert Court Name Here] **Filing Date:** [Insert Filing Date Here] **Judges:** [Insert Judges' Names Here] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** Sorock - **Defendant:** Illinois State Board of Elections **Background:** The case of Sorock v. Illinois State Board of Elections arises from a dispute involving the interpretation and application of election laws in the state of Illinois. The plaintiff, Sorock, challenged certain decisions made by the Illinois State Board of Elections that he contended violated his rights as a voter or candidate. **Key Issues:** The primary issues at stake in this case included: 1. **Allegations of procedural irregularities:** Sorock alleged that the Board failed to follow proper procedures in its administration of election laws, which impacted the integrity of the electoral process. 2. **Rights of voters/candidates:** The case examined the extent to which the Board's actions affected the rights of individuals either to vote or run for office. 3. **Legal Standards:** Determining which legal standards should be applied to evaluate the Board's actions and the underlying regulatory framework governing elections in Illinois. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff's Argument:** Sorock contended that the Illinois State Board of Elections engaged in actions that were arbitrary and capricious, undermining the fairness of the election process. He sought relief to ensure proper adherence to election laws and safeguarding of voter rights. - **Defendant's Argument:** The Illinois State Board of Elections defended its actions, asserting that it acted within the bounds of its legal authority and in accordance with established election procedures. They maintained that any alleged irregularities did not amount to a violation of law that warranted the requested judicial intervention. **Ruling:** [Insert The Court's Decision or Ruling Here] The court ruled in favor of [insert prevailing party], [summarize the basis for the court's decision, including any key legal principles or findings]. The ruling had implications for [describe any potential impacts on election law or procedures in Illinois]. **Conclusion:** This case highlights the ongoing challenges and complexities in ensuring fair electoral processes and the significance of upholding legal standards in the administration of elections. The decision rendered by the court in this matter is a critical reference for future cases relating to election law in Illinois. **Note:** For specific details regarding the court's findings, ruling, or implications, further investigation into the case file or legal databases is recommended, as this summary may not contain all pertinent information.

Sorock v. Illinois State Board of Elections


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