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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 11Ch. 4Art. 11§ 120482 County Election Procedures

§ 120482 County Election Procedures

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§ 120482 County Election Procedures

Key Takeaways

  • •The county must hold an election if the board asks for one.
  • •The election must follow the same rules as other county elections.

Example

The local school board wants to ask people to vote on building a new school.

The county has to set up the vote and run it just like any other election, like when people vote for mayor.

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

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§ 120482 County Election Procedures

(a) The county shall conduct an election called by the board pursuant to Section 120480. (b) The election shall be called and conducted in the same manner as provided by law for the conduct of elections by a county. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 658, Sec. 7. (AB 805) Effective January 1, 2018.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

countyelectionboardSection 120480

Related Statutes

  • § 125482 County Election Procedures
  • § 120487 Tax Bond Validity Deadline
  • § 102334 District Election Procedures
  • § 100062 Board Proceedings And Quorum
  • § 101104 Fifth Board Member Appointment

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 120482.
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