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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 1Ch. 3Art. 4§ 23374 County Election Cost Responsibility

§ 23374 County Election Cost Responsibility

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§ 23374 County Election Cost Responsibility

Key Takeaways

  • •If people vote to make a new county, the new county pays for the election.
  • •If people vote against making a new county, the main county pays for the election.
  • •The money for the election depends on whether the new county is created or not.

Example

A group of towns wants to become their own county, so they hold a vote.

If most people vote 'yes' and the new county is made, the new county pays for the voting costs. If most people vote 'no,' the big county they were part of before pays instead.

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

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§ 23374 County Election Cost Responsibility

All costs of an election shall be paid by the principal county, if the creation of the proposed county is defeated, or by the proposed county if it is created pursuant to this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1974, Ch. 1392.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

electioncreation

Related Statutes

  • § 23353 County Election Notice Requirements
  • § 23359 County Formation Ballot Pamphlet
  • § 23369 County Creation Election Requirements
  • § 23373 County Creation Vote Failure
  • § 23350 County Creation Election Notice

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 23374.
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