Arizona § 16-244 - Representation on ballot
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 16-244 — Representation on ballot, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-244. Representation on ballot
A. To be eligible to participate in the presidential preference election, a political party shall be either of the following:
1. A political party that is entitled to continued representation on the state ballot pursuant to section 16-804.
2. A new political party that has become eligible for recognition and that will be represented by an official party ballot pursuant to section 16-801. A petition for recognition of a new political party shall be filed with the secretary of state not less than one hundred fifty nor more than one hundred eighty days before the presidential preference election, and in the same manner as prescribed in section 16-801. The petition shall be processed and verified as prescribed in section 16-803. A political party that is eligible for the presidential preference election ballot shall be represented on the subsequent primary and general election ballots in the year of the presidential election.
B. Notwithstanding the provisions of section 16-804, subsection A, the secretary of state shall determine the political parties entitled to continued representation on the state ballot pursuant to section 16-804, subsection B if, on October 1 of the year immediately preceding the presidential preference election, that party has registered voters equal to at least two-thirds of one per cent of the total number of registered voters in this state. Each county recorder shall furnish the secretary of state with the number of registered voters as prescribed by section 16-168, subsection G, paragraph 2, subdivision (d).
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 16-244
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 16-244 cover?
Section 16-244 ("Representation on ballot") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arizona § 16-244?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 16-244" (Arizona). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Arizona law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arizona official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arizona attorney.
How does Arizona § 16-244 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Arizona can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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