Delaware § 7706 - Qualifications of delegates; nomination by petition.
Full text of Delaware Delaware Code § 7706 — Qualifications of delegates; nomination by petition., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7706. Qualifications of delegates; nomination by petition.
Candidates for the office of delegate to the convention shall be citizens and qualified voters of this State. Nominations shall be by petition and not otherwise. A single petition may nominate any number of candidates not exceeding the total number of delegates to be elected from each county, and all candidates on any such petition shall be residents of the same county and shall reside in the county which said candidates propose to represent at such convention and every such petition shall be signed by not less than 100 persons who are qualified voters of the county wherein such candidates reside. Nominating petitions shall be filed with the Department. Nominations shall be without party or political designation, but the nominating petitions shall contain a statement as to each nominee to the effect that the nominee favors ratification or that the nominee opposes ratification or that the nominee remains uncommitted to either ratification or rejection of the proposed amendment to the Constitution of the United States, and no nominating petition shall contain the name of any nominee whose position as stated therein is inconsistent with that of the position of any other nominee as stated therein.
38 Del. Laws, c. 5, § 5; Code 1935, § 6210; 15 Del. C. 1953, § 7706; 61 Del. Laws, c. 480, § 23; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § 1; 79 Del. Laws, c. 275, § 102;Source: official Delaware text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 7706
What does Delaware Code § 7706 cover?
Section 7706 ("Qualifications of delegates; nomination by petition.") is part of the Delaware Code, the codified statutory law of Delaware. 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 Delaware § 7706?
A common citation format is "Delaware Code § 7706" (Delaware). 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 Delaware law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Delaware official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Delaware attorney.
How does Delaware § 7706 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Delaware can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Delaware.