Per state law , he could not be expelled a second time for the same offense .
However , Smith was still on the ballot for the November 2012 General Election. Smith won reelection and was sworn in January 9 , 2013 , reclaiming his seat .
Per state law , Smith could not be expelled a second time for the same offense .
However , Smith was still on the ballot for the November 2012 General Election. Smith won reelection and was sworn in January 9 , 2013 , reclaiming his seat .