Samson, Robert: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.335 for political advertising that contains false statements about a candidate constituting libel or defamation.

Case

#54177

Respondent

ROBERT SAMSON

Complainant

CLAUD WILHITE

Description

The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed against Robert Joseph "Rocky" Samson III, a 2019 candidate for City of Spokane Valley City Council Member Pos. 2. The complaint alleged Samson violated RCW 42.17A.335 for political advertising that contains false statements about a candidate constituting libel or defamation. 

Staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of political advertising that contains false statements about a candidate constituting libel or defamation, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. 

PDC staff is reminding Robert Joseph "Rocky" Samson III to list the complete sponsor identification on all political advertising in accordance with PDC laws and rules should he be a future candidate for elective office. 

Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).     

Disposition

Case Closed with Reminder

Date Opened

July 08, 2019

Areas of Law

Areas of law not found

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