California § 13104 - If a candidate changes their name within one year of any election, the new name s
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 13104 — If a candidate changes their name within one year of any election, the new name s, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13104. If a candidate changes their name within one year of any election, the new name s
(a) If a candidate changes their name within one year of any election, the new name shall not appear upon the ballot unless the change was made by either of the following: (1) Marriage. (2) Decree of any court of competent jurisdiction. (b) This section does not apply to candidates for the offices of President and Vice President of the United States.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 13104
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 13104 cover?
Section 13104 ("If a candidate changes their name within one year of any election, the new name s") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. 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 California § 13104?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 13104 apply to my situation?
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