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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 10Pt. 1Ch. 3Art. 2§ 24825 Candidate Ballot Nomination Rules

§ 24825 Candidate Ballot Nomination Rules

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§ 24825 Candidate Ballot Nomination Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •If you want to run in an election, you have to fill out some papers.
  • •These papers must be good enough (no mistakes or missing info).
  • •If you do it right, your name will be on the ballot so people can vote for you.

Example

You want to run for mayor of your town.

You fill out the right forms and turn them in. If everything is correct, your name will be on the ballot on election day so people can vote for you.

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

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§ 24825 Candidate Ballot Nomination Rules

Upon the filing of a sufficient nomination paper and affidavit by any candidate the name of the candidate shall go upon the ballot at the ensuing general election. (Added by Stats. 1955, Ch. 1036.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

nomination paperaffidavitballotgeneral election

Related Statutes

  • § 103072 San Mateo Transit Formation
  • § 11821 Director Election Timing
  • § 11829 Election Consolidation Procedures
  • § 24821 Director Election Timing
  • § 24826 Director Nomination Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 24825.
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