Attorney General John M. Formella announces that today he along with a bipartisan coalition of 50 Attorneys General from across the nation are issuing a statement through the National Association of Attorneys General to condemn any and all acts of post-election violence, and to reaffirm the importance of a peaceful democratic process leading up to the 2024 general election.

Attorney General Formella reminds all Granite Staters that democracy was built on the basic right to vote in peace, and that his office is collaborating with local, state, and federal partners to ensure a free and fair election process.

The unified statement from the Attorneys General:

“Regardless of the outcome of Tuesday’s election, we expect that Americans will respond peacefully and we condemn any acts of violence related to the results. A peaceful transfer of power is the highest testament to the rule of law, a tradition that stands at the heart of our nation’s stability. As Attorneys General, we affirm our commitment to protect our communities and uphold the democratic principles we serve.

We call upon every American to vote, participate in civil discourse and, above all, respect the integrity of the democratic process. Let us come together after this election not divided by outcomes but united in our shared commitment to the rule of law and safety of all Americans. Violence has no place in the democratic process; we will exercise our authority to enforce the law against any illegal acts that threaten it.”