Florida § 101.545 - Retention and destruction of certain election materials.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 101.545 — Retention and destruction of certain election materials., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 101.545. Retention and destruction of certain election materials.
All ballots, forms, and other election materials shall be retained in the custody of the supervisor of elections for a minimum of 22 months after an election and in accordance with the schedule approved by the Division of Library and Information Services of the Department of State. All unused ballots, forms, and other election materials may, with the approval of the Department of State, be destroyed by the supervisor after the election for which such ballots, forms, or other election materials were to be used.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 101.545
What does Florida Statutes § 101.545 cover?
Section 101.545 ("Retention and destruction of certain election materials.") 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 § 101.545?
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