Norris et al v. Griffin et al
Federal civil rights lawsuit challenging coordinated obstruction of citizen-initiated paper ballot ordinances in Arkansas.
Case Summary
This federal lawsuit was filed in January 2026 in the Western District of Arkansas. The plaintiffs, led by Bryan Norris, challenge the coordinated efforts by state and county officials to obstruct the implementation of citizen-initiated paper ballot ordinances. The case names Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin and other officials as defendants.
Timeline of Filings
Jan 2026
Complaint Filed
Initial complaint filed establishing claims against defendants. Case assigned to Judge Susan O. Hickey.
Initial complaint filed establishing claims against defendants. Case assigned to Judge Susan O. Hickey.
Jan 22, 2026
Briefing Deadlines Set
Court sets initial briefing schedule for the case.
Court sets initial briefing schedule for the case.
Related Resources
- The Battle for Paper Ballots in Independence County: Full narrative of events leading to this lawsuit
- FOIA Tracker: Public records requests documenting government obstruction
- Prior State Court Case: Mitchell v. Norris, 2024 Ark. 148 (Arkansas Supreme Court affirming writ of mandamus)
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