Arizona § 16-644 - Effect of want of form in precinct returns
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 16-644 — Effect of want of form in precinct returns, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-644. Effect of want of form in precinct returns
No list, tally, certificates or endorsement returned from any precinct shall be set aside or rejected for want of form, or for not being strictly in accordance with the explicit provisions of this title, if they can be clearly understood, nor shall any declaration of result, commission or certificate be withheld or denied by reason of any defect or informality in making the returns of the election in any precinct, if the facts which the returns should disclose can be definitely ascertained.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 16-644
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 16-644 cover?
Section 16-644 ("Effect of want of form in precinct returns") 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 § 16-644?
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