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HomeEducation CodeCh. 3Art. 6§ 5390 School District Election Rules

§ 5390 School District Election Rules

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§ 5390 School District Election Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •School and community college elections follow the same rules as big statewide elections.
  • •Who can vote and how voting works is the same as in big elections.
  • •The stuff used at polling places (like voting machines) must match what’s used in big elections.

Example

Voting for a new school board member.

When you go to vote for a school board member, the rules are the same as when you vote for governor. You show the same ID, use the same voting machines, and follow the same steps.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 5390 School District Election Rules

In any school district or community college district election, the qualifications of voters, the procedure to be followed by voters and precinct board members in the polling places on election day, and the equipment and supplies to be furnished each polling place shall be governed by those provisions of the Elections Code applicable to statewide elections. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 219.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

schoolelectioncommunityequipment

Related Statutes

  • § 33381 American Indian Education Centers
  • § 33383 American Indian Education Centers
  • § 35558 Unified School District Board Terms
  • § 5302 County Superintendent Election Duties
  • § 5321 School District Election Petitions

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Education Code. Section 5390.
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