¶1The office in question in this case is that of alderman of the city of Detroit. The question is whether this court can review the decision of the council in determining, upon the facts, that the respondent was elected. On a similar case we have held that we have no power to interfere. People v. FitzGerald 41 Mich. 2.
46 Mich. 138
Alter v. Simpson
Decided April 27, 1881
Michigan Supreme Court · decided 1881-04-27
<p>Common council — Credentials of aldermen.</p> <p>Where the common council is made the final judge as to the election of its members, the Supreme Court cannot review its decision on the facts.</p>
Relies on People ex rel. Cooley v. Fitz-Gerald
Decided 1881-04-27