Former Juab County Clerk/Auditor Alaina E. Lofgran is underneath investigation for alleged misconduct, the lieutenant governor introduced Friday. Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret Information
Former Juab County Clerk/Auditor Alaina E. Lofgran is underneath felony investigation for alleged election misconduct throughout her time in workplace.
Utah Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson, the state's high election official, mentioned she requested state Legal professional Normal Sean Reyes to analyze Lofgran final month, after present county officers reported the "potential election offenses," in keeping with a information launch. Lofgran left workplace on the finish of her time period in 2022.
"Belief in elections is a trademark of our system of presidency. All experiences of election violations are handled with utmost urgency," Henderson mentioned. "Up to now, the allegations and proof warrant a state investigation that would contain felony costs. I wish to thank Juab County officers who instantly introduced these issues to gentle and have cooperated absolutely."
Henderson did not element what the alleged offenses embrace, however mentioned a subpoena was served on Monday.
A spokesman for Reyes didn't reply to a request for additional remark.