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HomeElections CodeDiv. 6Pt. 1Ch. 3Art. 1§ 6501 Presidential Primary Ballot Structure

§ 6501 Presidential Primary Ballot Structure

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§ 6501 Presidential Primary Ballot Structure

Key Takeaways

  • •The ballot for presidential primaries has two parts.
  • •One part is for picking the president you like.
  • •The other part is for choosing people who will help pick the president.

Example

You go to vote in a presidential primary.

You will see two sections on your ballot. One is to vote for the president you want. The other is to vote for people who will represent your choice at a big meeting to pick the president.

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

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§ 6501 Presidential Primary Ballot Structure

The presidential primary ballot shall be divided into a presidential preference portion and a delegate selection portion. (Enacted by Stats. 1994, Ch. 920, Sec. 2.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

presidential primary ballotpresidential preference portiondelegate selection portion

Related Statutes

  • § 6500 American Independent Primary Ballot
  • § 6524 Presidential Candidate Ballot Placement
  • § 6701 Peace And Freedom Primary Ballot
  • § 11200 Local Officer Recall Rules
  • § 11201 Recall Officer Duties Transfer

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Elections Code. Section 6501.
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