The U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in the ACLU's favor, sending our case for independent candidates' rights back to the Montana trial court.

The case, Kelly v. McCulloch, seeks to ensure that independent candidates have access to the ballot. As it currently stands, the state's requirements for such candidates are some of the most stringent in the nation and make it almost impossible for independent candidates to run for office. The ACLU's suit seeks to advance political dialogue by ensuring that more candidates are able to run for election.

More information:

Press release
Ninth Circuit decision
ACLU brief
State's brief
ACLU response brief