Alabama § 17-6-20 - Elections Must Be by Official Ballot.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 17-6-20 — Elections Must Be by Official Ballot., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17-6-20. Elections Must Be by Official Ballot.
In all elections held in this state on any subject which may be submitted by law to the vote of the people and for all or any state, county, district, or municipal officers, the voting shall be by official ballot prescribed by law; but this section shall not apply to elections held for trustees of public schools or other local elections which are otherwise specifically provided for.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 17-6-20
What does Code of Alabama § 17-6-20 cover?
Section 17-6-20 ("Elections Must Be by Official Ballot.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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