Ward K. Branch

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Ward K. Branch is a B.C. Supreme Court Justice who became involved in the local politics of Pouce Coupe following a contentious mayoral election. He presided over a case that examined allegations of electoral impropriety, ultimately ruling that the provision of refreshments at a campaign event did not constitute an inducement for voters. His judgment highlighted the complexities of small-town politics and the nuances of election laws in British Columbia.