Las Vegas, Nev. – Judge Joe Hardy on Monday extended a temporary restraining order that bars electioneering within 100 feet of the entrance to the Desert Breeze Community Center. The order, originally issued for the final day of early in‑person voting on Friday, now remains in effect through Tuesday’s Election Day.

Background of the complaint

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Nevada filed a complaint late Thursday alleging a pattern of intimidating actions at the Desert Breeze polling place. According to the filing, the center has a single entrance and a narrow pathway that connects the entrance to the parking lot. The ACLU claims that this layout has led to multiple reports of obstruction, harassment, and even battery, creating an “increasing risk of harm” for voters.

Alleged incidents

The complaint describes three women who allegedly blocked the pathway, closely followed and video‑recorded voters entering and exiting, threatened violence, and in one instance assaulted a disabled voter. The ACLU says Clark County’s attempt to address crowding by creating a narrower pathway only worsened the bottleneck.

Judge Hardy’s ruling

In his order, Judge Hardy stated that the pathway must be considered the official entrance to the vote center and that no campaign activity may occur within 100 feet of that entrance. The judge emphasized the need to protect the right of every citizen to cast a ballot without fear of intimidation.

County response

Clark County officials released a statement on Friday confirming they will comply with the court’s order. “The County has worked diligently to navigate the crowd issues at Desert Breeze and the public should continue to feel safe exercising their right to vote,” a county spokesperson said.

What this means for voters

Voters planning to use the Desert Breeze Community Center on Election Day can expect the entrance to remain open and free of any electioneering activity. County staff will monitor the area to ensure compliance with the judge’s directive and to maintain a safe, orderly voting environment.

Looking ahead

The extension of the restraining order underscores the importance of safeguarding the voting process in Nevada. Local officials and courts are working together to address concerns and to ensure that all Nevadans can exercise their constitutional right to vote without intimidation.

Original reporting: News 3 KSNV Las Vegas (local) — read the source article.