Eastern Washington sheriffs sue to block state removal law

Four sheriffs from Spokane, Pend Oreille, Stevens, and Ferry counties are challenging a new Washington law that allows for the removal of sheriffs who don’t meet tougher eligibility and certification standards. The measure was signed by Gov. Bob Ferguson despite opposition and legal warnings. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/lawsuit-aims-to-block-new-eligibility-requirements-for-wa-sheriffs/ #Washington #Sheriffs #LawEnforcement #LegalChallenge #BobFerguson #StatePolitics #Certification #Elections #News #ClarkCounty