Two Reform councillors and their election agent have had their names cleared by a High Court judge after being reported for overspending on election expenses by a colleague.
Exeter councillors Neil Stevens, his brother Tony Stevens and their agent Rob Sheridan brought a civil case to the High Court in an attempt to protect their reputations as they face a police investigation.
Justice Martin Spencer said any mistakes made by Neil Stevens and Rob Sheridan had been in good faith and Tony Stevens had not breached any rules.
Devon and Cornwall Police are yet to comment on what impact the judgment might have on the criminal investigation.
