Parks secretary's uncertain future grips Topeka
Gov. Joan Finney offered no clear stance on whether wildlife and parks secretary Jack Lacey will stay in her Cabinet amid shifting public support. Atty. Gen. Bob Stephan signaled potential criminal charges over hunter safety certificates issued to three officials, including Finney's daughter, while hedging on specifics and delaying comment through Lacey's attorney. Stephan's statements suggested possible charges for false writing, official misconduct, and hunter safety violations, with penalties ranging up to 10 years and $10,000 fines.
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Hunter safety dispute centered on Lacey handling
AP reports turmoil over Wildlife and Parks Secretary Jack Lacey as attorney general plans criminal charges. Retired Overbrook farmer Carl Bullock says instructors once issued safety certificates with less than the required 10 hours. Department officials insist guidelines were always clear and funding could be at stake.
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Rumor of Atty Gen Stephan Governor Run Denied
TOPEKA AP Gov Joan Finney and Atty Gen Bob Stephan trade barbs as rumors spread that Stephan may run for governor in 1994 He flatly denies the idea saying it has never occurred to him and he plans life beyond politics Marilyn his wife agrees with the sentiment.
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