Judge rejects appeal on open carry near polling locations next week

DETROIT, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – The Michigan appeals court has rejected an appeal from a Democratic state official who wants to ban the open carry of guns outside polling places.

The court says said voter intimidation already is illegal.

The order came two days after a Court of Claims judge said Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson exceeded her authority in prohibiting the open carry of guns within 100 feet of a polling place.

Judge Christopher Murray said the policy didn’t go through a formal rule-making process required under Michigan law.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel’s office issued a statement, saying they intend to appeal the decision to the Michigan Supreme Court.