Ohio Democrats Sue Over Directive Limiting Drop-Box Use for Disabled Voters

The lawsuit claims Secretary of State Frank LaRose's directive violates state and federal laws protecting voters with disabilities.

The Ohio Democratic Party and two voters have filed a lawsuit against Secretary of State Frank LaRose over his directive restricting drop-box use for those assisting voters with disabilities.
LaRose's directive requires authorized individuals assisting voters with disabilities to sign an attestation inside the board of elections office during operating hours.
The plaintiffs argue that the directive imposes unnecessary hurdles and violates protections under Ohio law, the Ohio Constitution, and the federal Voting Rights Act.
The directive follows a federal judge's July ruling that struck down parts of Ohio's 2023 election law, which had limited who could assist voters with disabilities.
LaRose defends the directive as a measure to prevent 'ballot harvesting,' insisting that only the voter can use a drop box.