Shaffer’s criminal case dismissed after diversion program
VISTA — The criminal case against Encinitas City Councilmember Luke Shaffer, who was initially charged with assaulting a resident during a parking dispute, was dismissed...
Councilmember Luke Shaffer
Shaffer ‘grateful’ after reaching deal to dismiss charges in parking feud
VISTA — Encinitas Councilmember Luke Shaffer, whose felony assault charge was reduced to a misdemeanor last month, entered a diversion agreement this week that could...
Letters: This needs to be said about the Encinitas council and civility
Encinitas City Councilman Luke Shaffer is the man some local activists love to hate. Despite his strong record of service, transparency and commitment to Encinitas...
Shaffer video leaves unanswered questions in felony case
ENCINITAS — Security camera footage released by court order appears to confirm parts of the District Attorney’s case against Encinitas Councilmember Luke Shaffer, but does...
Encinitas councilman forms legal defense fund to fight DA charges
ENCINITAS — Councilmember Luke Shaffer has formed a legal defense fund after being charged with a felony and two misdemeanors stemming from an apparent parking...
Dispute over filming prompts Encinitas official to cancel event
ENCINITAS — A community meeting hosted by Councilmember Luke Shaffer was abruptly canceled late last month following a dispute over whether a former elected official...
Encinitas City Council will appoint new member to vacant seat
ENCINITAS — The Encinitas City Council voted 3-1 on Wednesday night to fill a vacant seat through an appointment process, drawing sharp criticism and claims...