Alabama § 45-8A-23.052 - Ballot.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 45-8A-23.052 — Ballot., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45-8A-23.052. Ballot.
At every such election, all such ballots to be used by voters shall be printed or prepared by the election commission or other body having charge of the conduct of municipal elections in the city, and shall contain the names of all candidates for the at large position on the council directly under the words “For the at large position on the council,” and the names of all candidates from each ward directly under the words “For members of the council from the __________ ward.” No name shall appear upon the ballot as a candidate for election except the names of such persons as have become candidates according to provisions as above set forth; no ballot shall be used at any such election except the official ballot prepared by the election commission or other body having charge of the conduct of municipal elections in the city, except that the names of candidates may be suitably placed on voting machines if such machines are used to conduct such election.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 45-8A-23.052
What does Code of Alabama § 45-8A-23.052 cover?
Section 45-8A-23.052 ("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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