The license of former South Dakota Attorney General Jason Ravnsborg has been suspended by the South Dakota Supreme Court, according to a report by WDAY Radio. The suspension comes as a result of Ravnsborg’s involvement in a fatal car accident that resulted in the death of pedestrian Joseph Boever in September 2020.
Ravnsborg, who was driving home from a political event at the time of the accident, initially claimed that he thought he had hit a deer. However, an investigation later revealed that he had actually struck and killed Boever. Ravnsborg has since been charged with three misdemeanors, including careless driving and operating a motor vehicle while using a mobile electronic device.
The South Dakota Supreme Court’s decision to suspend Ravnsborg’s license follows a unanimous vote by the state Senate earlier this year to impeach him. Ravnsborg had faced pressure to resign in the wake of the accident, but he has refused to do so, maintaining his innocence and insisting that he will be vindicated in court.
The suspension of Ravnsborg’s license means that he will no longer be able to practice law in South Dakota. It is unclear how long the suspension will last, but it is likely to remain in effect until the conclusion of the legal proceedings against him.
The case has sparked widespread debate and criticism in South Dakota, with many calling for Ravnsborg to be held accountable for his actions. The suspension of his license is seen as a significant step towards justice for Boever and his family, who have been vocal in their calls for Ravnsborg to be held responsible for the accident.
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