Florida § 106.18 - When a candidate’s name to be omitted from ballot.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 106.18 — When a candidate’s name to be omitted from ballot., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 106.18. When a candidate’s name to be omitted from ballot.
(1) The name of a candidate shall not be printed on the ballot for an election if the candidate is convicted of violating s. 106.19. (2) Any candidate whose name is removed from the ballot pursuant to subsection (1) is disqualified as a candidate for office. If the disqualification of such candidate results in a vacancy in nomination, such vacancy shall be filled by a person other than such candidate in the manner provided by law. (3) No certificate of election shall be granted to any candidate until all preelection reports required by s. 106.07 have been filed in accordance with the provisions of such section. However, no candidate shall be prevented from receiving a certificate of election for failure to file any copy of a report required by this chapter.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 106.18
What does Florida Statutes § 106.18 cover?
Section 106.18 ("When a candidate’s name to be omitted from ballot.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. 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 Florida § 106.18?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 106.18" (Florida). 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 Florida law?
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How does Florida § 106.18 apply to my situation?
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