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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 1Ch. 3.5Art. 4§ 23561 Sample Ballot Exemption

§ 23561 Sample Ballot Exemption

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§ 23561 Sample Ballot Exemption

Key Takeaways

  • •This law says that the usual rules for making and sending out sample ballots don't apply to certain special elections.
  • •It only applies to elections that follow the rules in this specific part of the law.
  • •This rule was added in 1974.

Example

Imagine your town is having a special vote to decide on a new school building.

Normally, the town would have to print and send out sample ballots before the vote. But if this special vote follows the rules in this part of the law, they don't have to do that.

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

Official Source
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§ 23561 Sample Ballot Exemption

The law relating to the preparation, printing, and distribution of sample ballots and primary elections does not apply to any election held pursuant to this article. (Added by Stats. 1974, Ch. 1391.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

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Related Statutes

  • § 23361 Primary Election Ballot Exemption
  • § 23553 County Consolidation Election Notice
  • § 23276 Primary Election Ballot Exemption
  • § 23550 County Consolidation Election Notice
  • § 23551 County Consolidation Election Notice

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 23561.
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