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A 12 day trial into whether state lawmakers purposely drew political maps to benefit Republicans ended today in the State Capitol.

A ruling that could order the redrawing of the maps is expected before the end of June. Both sides claimed victory. Former Supreme Court Justice Raoul Cantera represented the State Senate. “And Senate staff, House staff, all saying under oath in court, for the first time in the history of this state about the legislative process. And they have all said they did not intend to favor any party or incumbent.”

But David King, who represents the League of Women Voters is equally confident, telling reporters “We thing we proved our case. We think we proved the map is unconstitutional and ought to be set aside. We’re very confident of that.”

No matter which side wins, an appeal is considered a certainty. If maps are eventually to be redrawn, it would not be until the 2016 election.