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HomeElections CodeDiv. 6Pt. 1Ch. 2Art. 8§ 6440 Presidential Primary Write-In Votes

§ 6440 Presidential Primary Write-In Votes

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§ 6440 Presidential Primary Write-In Votes

Key Takeaways

  • •You can write in any name you want for President on the primary ballot.
  • •Even if the person isn't officially running, you can still vote for them.
  • •This rule is only for the presidential primary election.

Example

You really like a famous person who isn't running for President.

You can write their name on the ballot during the primary election, even if they aren't on the list.

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

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§ 6440 Presidential Primary Write-In Votes

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a space shall be provided on the presidential primary ballot for an elector to write in the name of a candidate for President of the United States. (Enacted by Stats. 1994, Ch. 920, Sec. 2.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

presidential primary ballotwrite in the name of a candidatePresident of the United States

Related Statutes

  • § 6441 Write-In Presidential Candidate Filing
  • § 6240 Presidential Primary Write-In Space
  • § 6300 Republican Presidential Primary Delegates
  • § 6343 Presidential Primary Candidate Petitions
  • § 6442 Write-In Presidential Delegates

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Elections Code. Section 6440.
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