Arizona § 16-603 - Inspection of ballots by party representative
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 16-603 — Inspection of ballots by party representative, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-603. Inspection of ballots by party representative
A mutually agreed on number of representatives and alternates of each political party represented on the ballot by a party designation and column, appointed in the manner provided by section 16-590, may remain inside the voting area from the time the polls are closed, and, without unduly hindering or delaying the count, one representative from each party at a time may inspect the ballots, but the ballots shall at all times remain under the personal charge and keeping of the election officers and shall not be permitted to pass from their hands.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 16-603
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 16-603 cover?
Section 16-603 ("Inspection of ballots by party representative") 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 § 16-603?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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