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HomeElections CodeDiv. 6Pt. 1Ch. 1Art. 1§ 6003 Democratic Primary Voter Rules

§ 6003 Democratic Primary Voter Rules

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§ 6003 Democratic Primary Voter Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •Only people who say they are part of the Democratic Party can vote in their primary elections.
  • •Some other voters might be allowed if they meet special rules.
  • •This rule helps the Democratic Party choose their own candidate for bigger elections.

Example

Imagine you want to vote for who will be the Democratic candidate for president in your state's primary election.

If you didn’t check the box saying you’re a Democrat when you registered to vote, you can’t vote in this election. Only people who said they are Democrats can pick the Democratic candidate.

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

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§ 6003 Democratic Primary Voter Rules

Participation in the delegate selection process in primaries shall be restricted to voters whose affidavits of registration declare the Democratic Party as their party affiliation and any other voter authorized under subdivision (c) of Section 13102. (Amended by Stats. 2010, Ch. 190, Sec. 2. (AB 1689) Effective January 1, 2011.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

delegate selection processaffidavits of registrationDemocratic Partysubdivision (c) of Section 13102

Related Statutes

  • § 6001.5 Democratic Party Rules
  • § 6105 Nomination Paper Sections
  • § 11000 Recall Of Elective Officers
  • § 11001 Judicial Officer Classification
  • § 11002 Recall Elections Officials Defined

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Elections Code. Section 6003.
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