Key Facts
• On June 23, Shimane and Tottori police set up election violation task forces.
• Shimane Police mobilized 970 personnel across 12 stations; Tottori Police deployed 800 across 9 stations.
• Both forces aim to ensure fair enforcement in the Tottori-Shimane joint electoral district.
• Warnings for document posting violations: 5 in Shimane, 6 in Tottori.
• The Upper House election is expected to be announced on July 3, with voting on July 20.
Summary
In preparation for the anticipated July 3 announcement of the Upper House election, police in Shimane and Tottori have established task forces to prevent election violations. Shimane Police, with 970 personnel across 12 stations, and Tottori Police, with 800 personnel across 9 stations, are collaborating to ensure strict and fair enforcement in the Tottori-Shimane joint electoral district. Both forces have already issued warnings for document posting violations-five in Shimane and six in Tottori. The election is expected to conclude with voting on July 20.
