Judge Rules Everett Council Candidate Cannot Appear on Nov. Ballot

Judge removes Everett City Council candidate Niko Battle from ballot

The Center Square) – Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Richard Okrent on Tuesday ruled in favor of John Dimas, removing Everett City Council District 4 candidate Niko Battle from the

Judge rules Everett council candidate cannot appear on Nov. ballot

The bombshell decision means Niko Battle, the front-runner for the District 4 seat, is now out of the race. He plans to appeal the ruling.

Niko Battle booted from ballot, Luis Burbano takes his place

EVERETT—Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Richard Okrent ruled on Tuesday, September 9, that Everett City Council District 4 candidate Niko Battle, who won the Primary Election, did not provide sufficient evidence to prove he is a resident of District 4. Battle’s name will now be removed from the General Election ballot in favor of third place finisher Luis Burbano. Battle was informed of his right to appeal. The Honorable Superior Court Jud…

Judge removes Everett City Council candidate Niko Battle from ballot - Everett Post

The Center Square) – Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Richard Okrent on Tuesday ruled in favor of John Dimas, removing Everett City Council District 4 candidate Niko Battle from the general election ballot based on claims he doesn’t live in the district. Dimas, a District 4 resident, challenged Battle’s voter registration through the Snohomish County Auditor’s Office and Battle’s eligibility to appear on the ballot. “The accumulation of all…