Arizona § 48-2919 - Conduct of election; return

Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 48-2919 — Conduct of election; return, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 48-2919. Conduct of election; return

A. The polls shall be open on the day of election from eight o'clock in the morning until six o'clock in the afternoon. After closing the polls the judges of the election shall ascertain the result of the vote and certify it in writing to the board of supervisors of the county which ordered the election within two days after the day of election, and shall accompany the certificate with all ballots used in the election, and all records made thereof.

B. If at the election a judge for any reason fails to act, the qualified electors present at the opening of the polls shall appoint another judge who shall in all respects be qualified after selection to perform the duties prescribed by this article.

C. The judges of the election may administer oaths for any purpose pertaining to the election, may decide upon the qualifications of electors and shall make certificates respecting any matter concerning the election.

Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 48-2919 cover?

Section 48-2919 ("Conduct of election; return") 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.

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