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HomeElections CodeDiv. 6Pt. 1Ch. 2Art. 6§ 6401 Nomination Paper Section Numbering

§ 6401 Nomination Paper Section Numbering

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§ 6401 Nomination Paper Section Numbering

Key Takeaways

  • •Before you turn in the papers to nominate someone for an election, you have to number each page in order.
  • •This helps keep the papers organized and makes sure nothing gets lost or mixed up.
  • •If you don’t number the pages, the papers might not be accepted.

Example

You want to run for class president and need to turn in your nomination papers.

You have to write numbers on each page of your nomination papers, like 1, 2, 3, etc., before you give them to the school. If you forget to number them, the school might not let you run.

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

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§ 6401 Nomination Paper Section Numbering

Prior to filing, the sections of a nomination paper for a candidate shall be numbered in order. (Enacted by Stats. 1994, Ch. 920, Sec. 2.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

nomination papersectionsnumbered in order

Related Statutes

  • § 6362 Nomination Paper Sections
  • § 6400 Nomination Paper Submission Rules
  • § 6105 Nomination Paper Sections
  • § 6594 Nomination Paper Section Numbering
  • § 6793 Nomination Paper Section Numbering

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Elections Code. Section 6401.
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