The race for constable in Falls Township is heating up.
Democrat Milton Warrell of Levittown was removed from the ballot recently because he had not properly filed a statement of financial interest. Judge James McMaster ruled that without the form being received by the Pennsylvania State Ethics Commission by the deadline, Warrell could not be on the ballot.
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Warrell, a full-time police officer in Upper Southampton and contractor, said he mailed the form in advance of the March 10 deadline but it was not received until after.
Thomas Riley, the incumbent constable, will now be the lone Democrat on the ballet this May. LevittownNow.com was not able to reach Riley for comment.
No Republicans are running for the seat.
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For the May primary, Warrell plans to run as a write-in candidate.
Constables in Pennsylvania are eligible to work out of district courts and are paid by fees measured by the amount of work they perform. They often service warrants, court papers, evictions and transport prisoners.
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After mentioning his qualifications and backing from the Falls Township Democratic Party, Warrell said he is “pretty confident” he can win his right-in campaign.
“I’m in law enforcement for 17 years, SWAT and narcotics training. I’ve got two kids, married and live in Elderberry,” Warrell, who is know for his impressive Christmas light display that raises funds for charity, said.
“I know its an uphill battle, but I’m pretty optimistic.”
