Omodt’s Clash with the Constitution is Settled

Omodt’s Clash with the Constitution is Settled

by Shari Dovale

The citizens of Bonner County had to endure the Bonner County CommissionMEN ranting against the 1^st Amendment for months. Add to that was the threat of multi-million dollar litigation pending for the taxpayers to consume, from 2 individuals that were unfairly treated by these same CommissionMEN.

One of these forthcoming cases has been settled to the satisfaction of the county, and to Dave Bowman. On December 5^th, an agreement was signed by all parties to end the litigation with the County.

This settlement was discussed in closed door meetings with the commissioners, including one of the CommissionMEN that was named in the previous filing. This seems to be a breech of ethics, and he probably should have recused himself.

For more background on this case, please see:
CommissionMEN Trespass Citizens for Not Disrupting?
Comrade Luke Omodt Escalates the Tyranny
Commissioner Stages Political Stunt to Announce Candidacy
BREAKING: Bowman Prevails! County Folds On Trespass

Mr. Bowman has always maintained that his goal was to challenge unlawful authority and abuse of power. Though he initially stated he wanted these CommissionMEN to be held personally accountable, this has been laid to rest and the case can now be put behind everyone.

It is considered a Win-Win for both sides, as the county has acknowledged that Mr. Bowman was treated unlawfully and will issue a formal public apology during a public business meeting on Tuesday, December 10^th.

Bowman will receive compensation for his injuries and the violations of his civil rights. He will receive $200,000.00 in recompense and has agreed to not bring personal suits against any individual involved in the county case.

This agreement is with Bonner County. It in no way affects a similar case that Bowman has filed against the City of Sandpoint.

Additionally, this has no affect on the current case filed by Richard (Rick) Cramer for the same incident.