The federal government is suing Los Angeles County for allegedly violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by restricting access for disabled people at vote centers during the 2020 primary and general elections, and the 2022 general election.
In the complaint filed June 29 in U.S. District Court, the Department of Justice (DOJ) seeks a court order to direct the county to comply with the ADA, develop a plan to remedy the alleged violations, and no longer discriminate against people with disabilities.
“Voting is a fundamental right, and we will do everything we can to ensure that it is not limited or denied to anyone in our community,” said U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada in a statement. “Through this lawsuit, we demand that Los Angeles County afford individuals with disabilities an opportunity to participate in the county’s voting program that is equal to that provided to nondisabled individuals.”…