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HomeElections CodeDiv. 13Ch. 3Art. 1§ 13211 Ballot Candidate Name Format

§ 13211 Ballot Candidate Name Format

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§ 13211 Ballot Candidate Name Format

This law says that every candidate's name on a ballot must be printed in bold letters that are at least 10‑point size, and the names cannot be indented.

Key Takeaways

  • •Names must be in bold type.
  • •The font size must be at least 10 points.
  • •Names must line up straight—no indentation.

Example

During a local school board election, the printed ballot shows each candidate's name in big, bold letters that are the same size (10‑point or larger) and all start at the same left edge.

The ballot follows the rule by using bold, 10‑point (or larger) type for the names and by not shifting any name left or right.

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

Official Source
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§ 13211 Ballot Candidate Name Format

The names of the candidates shall be printed on the ballot, without indentation, in at least 10-point bold type. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 676, Sec. 26. (AB 1219) Effective January 1, 2024.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

candidatesballot10-point bold typewithout indentation

Related Statutes

  • § 13202 Ballot Uniformity Requirements
  • § 13214 Ballot Binding Requirements
  • § 11200 Local Officer Recall Rules
  • § 11201 Recall Officer Duties Transfer
  • § 12200 Jurisdictional Applicability Rules

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Elections Code. Section 13211.
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