Louisiana: St. Tammany Parish Coroner recall effort slows

The recall effort against St. Tammany Parish Coroner Christopher Tape has slowed, which has led to using the tactic of mailing out petitions so signers will self-attest and mail it back.  

The recall is over sex abuse allegations that were dismissed in 2003 over a claim of a violation of a right to a speedy trial. Tape was fired by the previous coroner over claims of violating the confidentiality policy.

Petitioners need 35057 signatures by October 14 to get on the ballot. They claim they have nearly 10000 verified signatures and more in the pipeline.

10 years ago, St. Tammany Parish Coroner Peter Galvan resigned during recall efforts over theft.