Selma Mayor Scott Robertson charged with polling site electioneering, DA says

SELMA, Calif. (KFSN) -- The mayor of Selma is facing a charge of electioneering at a polling site during his bid for reelection last year.

The Fresno County District Attorney's Office says Scott William Robertson was holding his campaign sign when he approached voters waiting in line on November 5th.

While at the polling place, officials say Robertson is accused of talking to voters about his reelection efforts.

In California, it is against the Elections Code to display a candidate's name, image, or logo near a line of voters.

In a statement to Action News, Robertson responded to the charge, writing:

"The DA's office filed one misdemeanor charge against me today. I believe I am completely innocent of the charge. I look forward to discussing and resolving this matter with the District Attorney immediately and without delay. The citizens of Selma elected me to do their work and be their representative and I will continue my work as their Mayor. I will not allow this matter to interfere with my duties as Mayor."

Robertson is set to be arraigned on a charge of prohibited electioneering on June 5th at the Fresno County Superior Court.

If convicted on the misdemeanor charge, Robertson faces up to six months in jail.