Fisher Commissioner sues county

Martin seeks $250,000 after commissioners deny legal reimbursement

  • Representing Precinct 3 Commissioner Preston Martin, Russell Lorfing spoke to the Fisher County Commissioners Court during the April 10 meeting, presenting the request that the county cover Martin's legal fees associated with the State's civil suit.
    Representing Precinct 3 Commissioner Preston Martin, Russell Lorfing spoke to the Fisher County Commissioners Court during the April 10 meeting, presenting the request that the county cover Martin's legal fees associated with the State's civil suit.

    Fisher County Commissioners met in executive session last week, discussing a request that the county cover Commissioner Martin’s legal expenses in preparation for defense against the State’s recently dismissed civil petition to remove him from office. The ultimate denial of that request and the subsequent claim filed the following day continues the legal battle that began last year.

    On April 20, 20…